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Wireframe

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What is a Wireframe

A Wireframe is a basic visual guide that represents the skeletal framework of a website or application. It's a low-fidelity layout that outlines the specific size and placement of page elements, features, conversion areas, and navigation.

Types of Wireframes

Common variations include:

  • Low-fidelity: Basic boxes and lines showing layout
  • Mid-fidelity: More detailed with accurate sizing and spacing
  • Annotated: Including notes explaining functionality
  • Clickable: Interactive versions showing basic navigation

When to create Wireframes

Develop wireframes during early design phases, after information architecture is defined but before visual design begins. They're particularly valuable for establishing layout consensus and testing basic usability.

Benefits of Wireframes

Wireframes help teams focus on functionality without the distraction of visual design, facilitate quick iterations, identify usability issues early, and provide a foundation for detailed design work. They're essential for efficient communication between designers and stakeholders.

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