10 Things about UX writing I wish I’d known earlier

Oladipo Yuusuf Oyelola
Practice in Public
Published in
2 min readNov 27, 2022

If you’re like me, you probably didn’t know much about UX writing when you first started out.

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I wish I had known these 10 things earlier — it would have saved me a lot of time and frustration!

1. UX writing is a relatively new field, and there’s a lot of confusion about what it is and what it isn’t.

2. UX writers need to be able to write clearly and concisely, but they also need to be able to understand the user’s needs and objectives.

3. UX writing is not just about writing pretty words — it’s about solving problems.

4. A good UX writer will always be testing and tweaking their work, to try and improve the user experience.

5. UX writing is not a one-time job — it’s an ongoing process that should be constantly reviewed and updated.

6. UX writers need to have a good understanding of web design principles.

7. UX writers need to be able to work well with other designers and developers, to ensure that the user experience is consistent across the board.

8. UX writing is an important part of the overall user experience, but it’s not the only thing that matters. Other factors, such as visual design and usability, are also important.

9. UX writers need to be aware of internationalization issues, such as language differences and cultural norms.

10. Lastly, UX writers need to keep up with the latest trends and technologies, so that they can provide the best possible user experience for their users.

So there you have it — 10 things that I wish I’d known about UX writing earlier!

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