Creating Inclusive and Accessible Websites: Lessons from Don’t Make Me Think

Continuing my exploration of Don’t Make Me Think by Steve Krug, chapters 4–6 provided me with a wealth of insights and practical advice for designing user-friendly websites.

In Chapter Four, Krug emphasizes the importance of simplifying navigation and using clear, descriptive labels. He stresses the need to reduce the number of clicks required to access important content, and provides examples of confusing navigation menus that can lead to frustration and a poor user experience.

Chapter Five is a masterclass in visual hierarchy design. Krug’s discussion of how users scan websites and his tips on creating a clear and consistent visual structure are invaluable for creating engaging and easy-to-use websites. His “visual hierarchy cheat sheet” provides a useful tool for ensuring that every page on a website has a clear and easy-to-understand structure.

Finally, Chapter Six dives into the world of inclusive design, where Krug reminds us of the importance of designing websites that are accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. He highlights the need to consider the needs of different types of users and provides practical advice on how to make websites more inclusive and accessible.

Overall, these three chapters provide a valuable resource for anyone interested in creating user-friendly websites. Krug’s writing style is engaging and informative, and his insights are practical and easy to apply. By following his advice, you can create websites that are both beautiful and functional and that provide a great user experience for all users.