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Do's and Dont's
- Think about tags before you use them, some tags only work in some
browsers.
- Look at your pages on different computers with different browsers. You
might be surprised at the differences browsers, operating systems, and screen
sizes effect your pages!
- Organize you pages for quick scanning
- Use headings
- Use lists
- Make a menu with all the links on one place
- Important information should stand out!
- But don't use too much emphasis, people won't know where to look
- Make each page be independent. People might jump to a specific page while
missing information on the pages between.
- Check your spelling and grammar. Some free HTML editors have spell check
built in! If you use Notepad, make sure you double check your spelling.
- Group related information. Use tables, graphics, or horizontal rules to
split up separate areas on a page.
- Be consistent. This will create a general "feel" for your site. Use of
style sheets can help.
- Describe links when possible.
- Don't use too many links in your text, it gets distracting.
- Think about your links before you make them. Is it useful?
- Avoid using phrases like: click this link or click here.
- Don't use too many images, these pages take a long time to load. Also,
keep images as small as possible.
- Use the same image twice when possible, the computer doesn't have to
download it each time you use it, it keeps recent images close by.
- Always use the ALT attribute of <img> in case someone has pictures turned
off, or doesn't have time to wait for the page to load.
- Be cautious with backgrounds and colored text. Everything should be easily
readable.
- Each page should have a link back to your home page in case someone gets
"lost."
- Each page should also have a standard signature on the bottom of each
page. This can provide contact or copyright information
- Don't say "Under Construction." Every web page is always under
construction.
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