From the course: Illustrator for Web Design
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Style guides - Illustrator Tutorial
From the course: Illustrator for Web Design
Style guides
- [Instructor] Creating websites is getting more and more complex. You're not just creating a one-size-fits-all design. You need to think about a multitude of factors. It is important to ensure that the design is consistent and optimized to meet business objectives and create an enjoyable experience for end users. A style guide is a collection of pre-designed elements, graphics, and rules that designers or developers should follow to ensure that separate website pieces will be consistent and will create a cohesive experience at the end. It is extremely important when multiple designers are working on a big website project to ensure that they don't interpret too much, or they don't alter or adjust styles based on personal preference. In development, having defined elements of the website makes it easier for developers to reuse these elements. Setting up a style guide not only helps your workflow in Illustrator, but it's also going to help you when you hand over the comps and design…
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