UXmatters

Established in 2005 by Pabini Gabriel-Petit, UXmatters serves as a valuable resource for professionals and students in the user experience (UX) field. It offers a space for seasoned experts to share their knowledge and best practices with those at various stages of their UX careers. The platform aims to meet the varied information needs of the UX community through its diverse range of articles. These pieces cover a wide array of essential UX topics, including practical advice, concise summaries, and in-depth explorations of strategic issues in user experience. Many contributors are recognized thought leaders who share innovative insights critical to the growth of the UX industry.

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The Role of Prototyping in Perfecting Product Designs

2 weeks ago | uxmatters.com | Guillaume Deschamps |Pabini Gabriel-Petit

Prototyping is the unsung hero of product design, the bridge between a designer’s vision and a tangible, market-ready product. Remember the first Apple iPod? Shown in Figure 1, its sleek design and click wheel revolutionized how we listen to music. But did you know that countless prototypes paved the way to this iconic device? Prototyping is the unsung hero of product design, the bridge between a designer’s vision and a tangible, market-ready product.
The Role of UX Design Strategy in Driving Product Adoption

2 weeks ago | uxmatters.com | Mehdi Hussen |Pabini Gabriel-Petit

How UX Design Strategy Drives Product Adoption Your UX design strategy must focus on product adoption, relying on user data, ongoing user feedback, and systematic design to build trust from day one. People choose products that are both simple to use and address their actual needs. Therefore, more than 77% of brands consider the customer experience—including the user experience, after-sales, and support—a key differentiator.
Bridging the Gap: The Essential Collaboration Between CX and UX, Part 1

2 weeks ago | uxmatters.com | Jonathan P. Walter |Magda Jagielska |Pabini Gabriel-Petit

Enterprise UX A column by Jonathan Walter and Magda Jagielska The relationship between [CX and UX] defines how companies build products that people want to use and digital user experiences that keep customers well-satisfied and productive. The collaboration, or lack thereof, between CX and UX teams shapes nearly every digital interaction that people experience today.
Designing Calm: UX Principles for Reducing Users’ Anxiety

2 weeks ago | uxmatters.com | Yuri Shapochka |Pabini Gabriel-Petit

Although we often speak of frictionless design in terms of usability, the truth is that some of the most damaging friction is psychological. In an already stressful world, our digital products all too often amplify that stress. The first time I opened a banking app while abroad, I experienced a cascade of error messages, log-in delays, and a red banner flashing “Fraud Alert.” My heart rate surged—not because I had made a mistake, but because the user interface made me feel like I had.
Generative AI in UX Design: Transforming Interactions

1 month ago | uxmatters.com | Raj Joseph |Pabini Gabriel-Petit

GenAI facilitates personalization, reduces the amount of time designers spend on iterations, increases design efficiency, and creates new creative opportunities. Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) is an intriguing aspect of artificial intelligence whose impacts on UX design projects are intensifying. Within the current product-development scenario, UX designers can generate innovative concepts and deliver enhanced digital experiences through GenAI transformations.
UX Localization: Adapting User Interfaces for Diverse Cultures

1 month ago | uxmatters.com | Magnus Eriksen |Pabini Gabriel-Petit

To scale your business internationally and gain strategic competitive advantage, incorporate localization into your UX design process. If you want to achieve success in the global marketplace, you can’t rely solely on a one-size-fits-all approach. Global success requires adapting the user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) to accommodate cultural differences. To scale your business internationally and gain strategic competitive advantage, incorporate localization into your UX design process.
Navigating the Right Balance Between Product Vision and User Feedback

1 month ago | uxmatters.com | Syed Balkhi |Pabini Gabriel-Petit

Maintaining the correct balance between your product vision and the feedback you receive from users can be a challenge. User feedback is the key to ensuring continuous product improvement. However, maintaining the correct balance between your product vision and the feedback you receive from users can be a challenge. You might feel torn between sticking to your vision for your product and implementing what your users expect you to deliver.
Beyond the Hype: Getting Real with Human-Centered AI

1 month ago | uxmatters.com | Ken Olewiler |Pabini Gabriel-Petit

42% of global companies [are] already integrating AI into their products or services and another 40% exploring implementation…. [But] only 26% of the organizations that have adopted AI have moved beyond proofs of concept to produce measurable business value. Companies are racing to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into every facet of their operations to streamline workflows, optimize resources, enhance customer experiences, and compete in their market.
How Accessibility Audits Are Shaping the Future of User-Centered Design

1 month ago | uxmatters.com | Amit Aggarwal |Pabini Gabriel-Petit

Accessibility has become a cornerstone of user-centered design (UCD). In today’s digital landscape, accessibility has become a cornerstone of user-centered design (UCD). When you’re striving to provide seamless digital experiences for all users, accessibility audits play a crucial role in ensuring that Web sites, applications, and other digital products meet the necessary accessibility standards.
The Importance of Product Imagery on an Ecommerce Web Site

1 month ago | uxmatters.com | Val Razo |Pabini Gabriel-Petit

For online shoppers, high-quality visuals are not just a luxury—they are a necessity. … Clear, detailed, appealing product images can significantly enhance customer engagement, build trust, and ultimately, drive sales. In ecommerce, first impressions matter, and nothing creates a stronger first impression than compelling product imagery. For online shoppers, high-quality visuals are not just a luxury—they are a necessity.