Adding events to your website: Key considerations
Adding events to your website is a great way to keep your audience informed about what's happening within your department and across the University of Iowa campus.
Letting users stay in control: Why new browser windows aren’t always a good idea
When we're browsing the web, clicking on buttons or hyperlinks is something we do without thinking twice. But here's a key point to consider: should your links open in a new window?
Improving your website with effective use of top links
When designing your website, it's vital to steer users towards specific actions, and top links play a pivotal role. Here are three essential strategies to enhance their effectiveness.
Setting up Google Analytics: A step-by-step guide
Setting up Google Analytics can seem overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. We've made it easy with a step-by-step guide.
Understanding alternative text and why it matters
Ensuring accessibility isn’t just a box to tick; it’s a commitment to inclusivity and user-centric design. Today, we'll discuss the significance of alternative text and explore strategies for crafting it effectively.
Crafting effective user questions
Understanding your audience is crucial for any website redesign endeavor, and website visitor surveys and exit surveys can be effective tools that reveal audience intent and website effectiveness. Today, let's focus on the types of questions you should ask in web surveys to extract the most accurate information from your users.
Knowing when to tidy up your website: Deleting or archiving content
Managing a website can be quite the adventure, but alongside the excitement comes the responsibility of keeping its content in check. Whether you're revamping your site's look or simply adding content over time, there comes a point where you need to consider the fate of older content: should it stay, or should it go?
How to add buttons to your website: A step-by-step guide
Buttons are powerful tools that guide users to valuable information or prompt actions on your website. Before diving into button addition, it's essential to understand how to utilize them effectively to avoid cluttering your site with unnecessary buttons.
Enhancing the use of the person block
As you begin adding content to your website, it's a great idea to introduce your team. This not only adds a personal touch but also helps users connect with the real people behind your organization.
Bringing personalization and life into your website
A website is a powerful tool that can help you connect with your audience and showcase the Iowa brand. One of the best ways to make your website stand out is by adding a personal touch. In doing so, you are crafting website experiences that evoke a sense of connection, humanizing the institution and encouraging visitors to relate to it.