Designing for users with ADHD
Learn how to design accessible digital experiences for users with ADHD by simplifying navigation, minimising distractions, and enhancing usability.
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Web designer within the University of St Andrews digital communications team. A graduate of Abertay University (BA Hons Computer Arts, 2012), Lewis joined the digital communications team in 2013 during the re-design of the admissions website which lead to the new visual design for the University website. Lewis is a jack of all trades when it comes to design and media. You'll mainly find him burrowed in the depths of Photoshop meticulously crafting designs to pixel perfection.
Why text on images is inaccessible and how to fix it
Learn why text on images harms accessibility and SEO, and get tips to make your content inclusive, mobile-friendly, and compliant with accessibility standards.
Design systems help reduce digital carbon emissions
Explore the relationship between digital sustainability and design systems, highlighting how they can work together to reduce carbon emissions.
When to avoid accordions on web pages
Before implementing accordions in your design, consider these five scenarios. It might be better to present your content in a more accessible way.
Why you should rethink using PDF documents for online content
Consumption of digital content is part of our every day lives. It has never been easier for anyone to quickly create digital content. However, there’s a common pitfall many businesses and individuals fall into: the…
Are HTML tables on websites good for user experience and accessibility?
Tables are often used in web design for organising data, but their usage raises questions about accessibility and experience.
The unconference experience at UKEduCamp
Some of the Digital Communications team attended the UKEduCamp “unconference” event in Edinburgh.
YouTube – Year in review 2023
Throughout 2023, the University of St Andrews YouTube channel continued to enjoy high engagement from people around the world.
Can ChatGPT design a university website?
Developing a university website requires a strategic, user-focused approach to ensure that the needs of its diverse audience are met. This can take months of user research and content creation.
Recording quality voiceover narration at home for videos and podcasts
Recording a podcast or narration for a video can be a highly engaging medium for users to understand your content better. But what if all you have is your smartphone and a cosy corner at home? You don’t need high-end…