Debossing

A design or decoration impressed into the surface of a material.

More terms you might want to know

Asymmetry

The degree of difference between the two sides of an object or system.

Font Style

Designers and developers use font styles to denote differences in meaning between two or more words, phrases, sentences, paragraphs, or blocks of text. Typical font styles in CSS and web development are normal, italic, oblique and inherit.

Character Set

A set of symbols or "characters" including letters, numbers and various other symbols.

Grid

A system of columns and rows designers use to create layouts. It's used in graphic design and web development to align elements for easy use on the page. Grids are a key part of design because they help you create balance, rhythm, proportion and hierarchy in your layout.

KPI

A key performance indicator is a variable that measures how well an entity is performing. It's a figure that designates an individual or item's performance level. A particular company may use metrics such as sales, revenue, production, and market share to gauge the success of their firm.

Lean UX

A philosophy that companies should take a user-centred approach to design, making sure they focus on the customer's needs and not on their company's needs. UX designers need to figure out what users want before building something and not after. They must also ask themselves if including "features" will provide any value to the product or service.

Stock Photo

A photograph that is purchased and licensed for exclusive use by an individual or business.

Crop

A portion of an image where the remainder is discarded.

Widow

The last line of a paragraph following the rest, or a single line in a paragraph that is out of place with the rest.

Vector

A graphic element that has a definite length and direction. Examples of vectors would be straight lines, edges, or curves.

Problem?

Got a suggestion or found an issue with the glossary?
Let me know!