Chapter 7: Wireframing and Prototyping
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Chapter 7: Wireframing and Prototyping
7.1 Wireframe Creation
Create wireframes to define layout and structure before visual design.
Wireframe Types:
- Low-Fidelity: Simple sketches, basic layout
- Mid-Fidelity: More detailed, with some content
- High-Fidelity: Detailed, close to final design
7.2 Prototyping
Build interactive prototypes to test designs before development.
Prototyping Benefits:
- Test interactions early
- Communicate design ideas
- Gather user feedback
- Identify issues before development
- Save time and resources
7.3 Prototyping Tools
Use appropriate tools for prototyping.
- Figma - Collaborative design and prototyping
- Adobe XD - UI/UX design and prototyping
- Sketch - Mac-based design tool
- InVision - Prototyping and collaboration
- Axure - Advanced prototyping
7.4 Prototyping Best Practices
Follow best practices for effective prototyping.
- Start with low-fidelity prototypes
- Focus on key interactions
- Test with real users
- Iterate based on feedback
- Document interactions and flows