In a Storyline 2 project, the correct use of color can help to differentiate items, create depthand emphasis, and help organize information. In this movie, you will know the basics of color theory, including how the RGB color model is used in Storyline 2.
- [Instructor] In the previous movie,…we learned through the Gestalt theory…how we can convey information by the way we arrange…a design's elements in relation to one another.…This information is understood instantly.…It's not consciously by those viewing your designs.…Well, the same is true when it comes to the use of color.…Color choices and color combinations can be used to…differentiate items, create depth and add emphasis,…even help organize information.…The color choices you make can have a psychological impact…on your learners, so to continue our review of visual design…principles in this chapter,…let's open up Storyline 2 to explore the use of color.…
You can see that I've already launched Storyline here.…We're going to browse to the exercise files,…and we're going to go to the Chapter 1 folder,…where you'll find one titled Color,…and it is a Storyline 2 story file.…So with it selected, we can click open,…takes us to story view, and we're going to start by…zooming in on the first slide.…So go to it in story view, and double-click…
Author
David Rivers
Released
11/15/2016- Understanding visual design principles
- Optimizing readability with typography
- Laying out your designs
- Choosing color
- Using graphics to tell a story
- Adding visual notes
- Avoiding design mistakes
- Embracing good design habits
Skill Level Intermediate
Duration
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Introduction
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Welcome1m 11s
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1. Understanding Visual Design Principles
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How color works6m 50s
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Use contrast4m 36s
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The advantages to repetition11m 15s
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2. Typography
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Use standard fonts4m 9s
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Ensure optimal readability8m 13s
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Keep text layout consistent3m 52s
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3. Layout
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Use white space effectively3m 51s
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Create a focal point6m 12s
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4. Color
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Use or create a color scheme5m 42s
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5. Important Visual Tools
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Use graphics to tell a story3m 55s
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Add visual notes for variety6m 48s
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6. Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid
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Keep clutter under control4m 31s
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Don't misuse fonts2m 15s
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Don't neglect unity2m 10s
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7. Top 5 Design Habits to Use
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Choose images wisely3m 18s
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Practice quiet design1m 53s
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Conclusion
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Next steps54s
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