Many users are often unaware of what exactly goes into making an aesthetically appealing website. But most successful websites follow some basic principles to ensure that a unified design adheres to a basic theme or message that is to be conveyed to the viewer. These questions and more influence the site’s conception: What effects do certain colors bring about? What should you be mindful of when…
kozirskyShutterstock What is special about CMYK colors and what distinguishes them from RGB colors? CMYK uses four colors: C for cyan, M for magenta, Y for yellow and K for black, the first letters of which make up the abbreviation. The physical principle of subtractive color mixing in CMYK is fundamentally different from RGB and enables high color fidelity on printed media. Read on to find out more.
Those who want to save a website as a PDF can do so with the help of a wide range of programs. But conversions often have their drawbacks: many applications don’t transfer internet content completely true to their original form. Some programs, however, prove that it doesn’t always have to be this way. We present some of the best ones.
Ever wondered why no products ever have the same shape and ornamentation, even when it comes to everyday items like toilet paper or bottles of beer? The answer lies in design patents. They may be less common than traditional utility patents, copyrights, or trademarks, but design patent applications have led to many high-profile court cases in recent years. But what exactly are design patents, how…
RGB, which stands for red, green, and blue, is a system used to create all the possible colors that can be displayed on a screen. The physical principle at work here is called additive color mixing and involves mixing the different components of the visible light spectrum. Different color spaces reflect human perception of color to varying degrees.
Lorna RobertsShutterstock The metadata contained in photos can be helpful to structure your personal photo library, and later locate photos more quickly or attach copyright information to photos. However, when you upload a photo online or share it with others, it’s a good idea to remove this metadata first. Keep reading to find out which information photos can contain and how you can delete it on Windows and Mac.
Whether you own an online store, run a corporate website, or write a blog, none of your web projects won’t be successful without photos or graphics. Images create visual stimuli that can enhance the content of your text and appeal to your visitors. However, it is crucial not only to find suitable graphical elements - but also to choose the appropriate graphic file format. The format needs to meet…
Rawpixel.comShutterstock If you want to edit images, you don’t always need to pay for a pricey tool like Photoshop. The market offers various image processing programs that are both free and highly functional. As well as classic desktop programs, online applications are playing an increasingly important role. But how do you find the software that best suits your needs? Our guide provides you with information and tips…
kozirskyShutterstock A logo serves as a figurehead for a company or a brand: it symbolizes the corporate identity and leads the target group to create a positive association between image and brand. As a result, every brand and every company should have a suitable logo. When creating your own logo, previous experience in image editing is not necessary – although it is very helpful when turning your concept into your…
The WhatTheFont tool from MyFonts allows you to find the web fonts you love. The latest winner of our ‘Web App of the Week’ series, this free tool identifies typefaces based on the nuances in their own, unique designs. All you need is a screenshot of some sample text; WhatTheFont does the rest for you.
