Learning session 31: Practicing buttons

Festina Aliu
3 min readOct 20, 2022

Topic

Buttons are one of the most essential elements in UX design. They are used to control the flow of a user interface and to provide users with critical feedback. Good button design can make a big difference in the usability of a user interface.

What I learned

Buttons help users to navigate websites and apps and to interact with content. There are many different types of buttons, and their design should be carefully considered to ensure that they are easy to use and understand. The buttons’ size, shape, and position can all impact their usability, so it is vital to get these details right.

Buttons should be visible and easy to click or tap. They should also be large enough to be easily hit by a finger and spaced out so they are not too close together. The text on buttons should be clear and concise, and the button should perform the expected action.

Too many buttons on a page can be confusing and overwhelming for users. When designing buttons, it is crucial to keep users in mind and to design for their needs. By considering these factors, you can create buttons that are both effective and easy to use.

My practice

I like coming up with new and unique designs for buttons, and I like the challenge of making a button that’s both visually appealing and functional. I’m always thinking about new ways to design buttons and looking for new and exciting materials to use.

Designing a button is a simple process that can be completed in a few steps. First, I decided on the size and shape of the button. Next, I selected a color for the button. Finally, I added text to the button. Once the button is complete, you can turn it into a symbol in Sketch by selecting the “Layer” menu and then choosing “Create Symbol.”

What challenged me

One challenge I encountered while learning to design a button in Sketch was ensuring that the button was the proper size. I also found it challenging to make the button a symbol, as I had to make sure that all the necessary layers were included in the symbol. Overall, I found the process of designing a button in Sketch to be relatively straightforward, but there were a few challenges that I had to overcome.

Thank you for making it this far.😃

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Festina Aliu
Festina Aliu

Written by Festina Aliu

Junior Product Designer, public learning by writing an article on daily bases.

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