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For designers who use gradients on a regular basis, it helps to know the basic principles which make a gradient usable. Make your way through this article to find out how designers create unique color transitions to help add depth to an\u00a0otherwise flat design. Please note that these do’s and don’ts are collected from designers that have spent countless hours blending colors, so give yourself some time to master these techniques.<\/p>\n
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Using gradients to guide the users through an interface<\/h2>\n Gradients can be used to control the user flow in an app or a website. Users eye tends to gravitate towards brighter colors on the screen. So by placing them in specific ways can create a sense of movement within the screen.<\/p>\n
Choosing Colors for a gradient<\/h2>\n <\/p>\n
When choosing colors<\/a>, make sure to pick colors that are close to each other for a smoother gradient. If you end up going for colors that are in the opposite side of the spectrum, they often end up canceling each other’s brightness. Another tip to keep in mind when designing gradients is that bright colors often is more noticeable than the neutral\/dark tones. So use brighter tones where you want the users to see and dark transitions to create a sense of shape or a shadow.<\/p>\n
Gradient Placement<\/h2>\n <\/p>\n
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For gradients to be effective, they have to be placed correctly within a canvas or a screen. Gradients usually have a strong presence, so use your good judgment when using them in your design.<\/p>\n
Gradients for Illustrations and logos<\/h2>\n <\/p>\n
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You have to be careful when using gradients in illustrations<\/a>. Line work and gradient overlays don’t go together. They often end up looking out of place and doesn’t create a harmonious overlay. However, using them in the filled or isometric illustration can give it a 3D look and feel<\/a>.<\/p>\n
When using gradients for\u00a0 B2C or B2B brands, make sure to choose colors that represent the brand. The gradient has to represent the brand’s values and work across\u00a0 different platforms and devices<\/p>\n
We hope that this little guide helps you on your journey to using and designing better gradients. The tips gathered here are a collection of tried and tested ideas from different designers in the industry. If you think we have missed an important trick or an idea, please write to us and we will be happy to share it here.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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