Getting UX Writing Right with Microcopy
Many make a mistake by thinking that writing microcopy (the copy for user interfaces) would be an easy transition to make. The truth is that microcopy is inherently different from marketing copy, and your experience with copywriting might not be that relevant. To get a head start in UX writing, you have to know the essential rules that make it work, which are different from copywriting rules.
Getting UX Writing Right with Microcopy
Many make a mistake by thinking that writing microcopy (the copy for user interfaces) would be an easy transition to make. The truth is that microcopy is inherently different from marketing copy, and your experience with copywriting might not be that relevant. To get a head start in UX writing, you have to know the essential rules that make it work, which are different from copywriting rules.
Tiny Copy, Big Impact: How Microcopy Helps Your Users and Helps Your Brand
Small things can make a big difference, and this is especially true in web content. The shortest of phrases and even single words—coupled with how they are designed and where they are or are not placed on a page—can affect a user’s experience. This is where microcopy comes in. These small snippets of text can help guide users through a process, such as completing a form or placing an order. But, so often, this important content is an afterthought.
Tiny Copy, Big Impact: How Microcopy Helps Your Users and Helps Your Brand
Small things can make a big difference, and this is especially true in web content. The shortest of phrases and even single words—coupled with how they are designed and where they are or are not placed on a page—can affect a user’s experience. This is where microcopy comes in. These small snippets of text can help guide users through a process, such as completing a form or placing an order. But, so often, this important content is an afterthought.
Using "Sign in" vs using "Log in"
Is there any research in this area, it seems “Sign in” is more common and hence more recommended.
What are good rules for naming menu items? [closed]
I’m establishing some style guidance for naming items which are accessed from my application’s menu bar.
What are the commonly accepted rules for naming menu items?
When should the names of the menu items begin with verbs? Adjectives? Nouns?
When should an ellipsis be required? (e.g, “Tools > Options…”)
What are good rules for naming menu items? [closed]
I’m establishing some style guidance for naming items which are accessed from my application’s menu bar.
What are the commonly accepted rules for naming menu items?
When should the names of the menu items begin with verbs? Adjectives? Nouns?
When should an ellipsis be required? (e.g, “Tools > Options…”)