Definition:
. A harmonious uniformity or agreement among things or parts is called consistency.
. It is a kind of repeated actions, all having same characteristics.
. It is a kind of repeated actions, all having same characteristics.
Types of consistencies:
. Visual Consistency:
. Elements should look in similar manner. . Font Styles, Sizes, Colors.
. It increases learnability of product.
. Functional Consistency:
. Functionality of elements should be consistent.
. Usage of symbols for a purpose should be same all over the application.
. It increases predictability.
. Internal Consistency:
. Combination of visual and functional consistency.
. It improves usability and learnability of product.
How to make a design consistent?
. Always use appropriate colors to elements of same type.
. Use consistent spacing, size and positioning between the elements.
. All icons should be of same family.
. Color scheme
. Borders
. Font size and type
. Background images
. Use consistent spacing, size and positioning between the elements.
. All icons should be of same family.
Few things to keep in mind in order to create consistency:
. Borders
. Font size and type
. Background images
. Effects and styles
Outcomes of consistent designs:
. Gives sense of identity. Ease of navigation
. Good communication of information