* Capitalization of whole sentences should be avoided, as many people find it difficult to read sentences written in capitals, and THEY COME ACROSS AS IF THEY ARE BEING SHOUTED AT VERY LOUDLY!!!
* Use headings appropriately. Don't use headings simply to increase text size. Some browsers can present the user with an overview of a web page based on the headings and sub-headings - this doesn't work if headings have been used inappropriately, or not used when they should be.
Site Usability and Convenience
There is no mystery to usability. It simply involves creating a site, which is accessible to the majority of people, is easy to use and get around and delivers on its promises. You can have a site that meets the most important standards of usability by planning it well and always keeping the end user in mind. Remember that web sites should not be designed for their owners - they should be designed for their users.
Problems with usability could be said to stem from just two sources: the site itself and the user. In fact the site is always at fault; if a user, however experienced or inexperienced, has problems navigating, getting information or understanding the site.
While websites have become far more complex, web users have become less rather than more experienced as more and more people go online. It is a mistake to think that the majority of users will be web or even computer savvy and will understand subtle clues about content. Most will not.
Defining a Usable Site
A usable site will:
* Help users achieve a goal, usually to find something, such as information, or obtain something, such as a book.
* Make it easy for them to achieve that goal
* Make it possible to achieve the goal quickly
* Make achieving that goal a pleasant experience
A site will be generally usable if:
* The content is good and relevant
* The content is easy to find
* The content can be found quickly
* The page is pleasant to look at and cleanly designed
Good Content
A site with good content, regardless of its subject, is one that provides products or information that is useful or beneficial to users. A good usable site will make it clear what information or content is available and at what price AND what is not available. A good usable site should define clearly all subscription packages offered.
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