UI/UX Guidelines
Introduction
Importance of UX in Digital Governance
Objective of the Guidelines
Target Audience
Scope of the Document
Understanding UX
Definition and Significance of User Experience (UX)
Usability
Accessibility
Learnability
Efficiency and Intuitiveness
Differences Between UI and UX
The UX Design Process
Setting the Foundation
Defining Objectives
Identifying Key Stakeholders
Research Phase
User Interviews
Surveys and Questionnaires
Journey Mapping
Developing User Personas
Conducting Competitive Analysis
Design Phase
Ideation and Brainstorming
Wireframing (Low-Fidelity and High-Fidelity)
Prototyping and Visual Design
Testing Phase
Usability Testing
Accessibility Testing (WCAG Standards)
Iterative Design Improvements
Implementation Phase
Development Handoff and Collaboration
UX Design Guidelines
Know Your User
Navigation and Information Architecture
Navigation Elements
Breadcrumbs and Sitemaps
Task Orientation
Forms and Data Entry
Writing and Content Quality
Design for All: Inclusivity Principles
Accessibility Testing Checklist
Enhancing Visual Accessibility
Supporting Assistive Technologies
Personalization
Language Preferences
Custom Dashboards and Notifications
User-Specific Recommendations
Trust and Credibility
Security Measures and SSL Implementation
Domain and Branding Standards
Grievance Redressal Mechanisms
Technical Considerations
Mobile-First Approach and Responsiveness
Compliance Standards
WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines)
GIGW (Guidelines for Indian Government Websites)
Optimization for Performance
Page Load Times
Responsive Grids and Layouts
Design System Overview
Purpose of a Design System
Components of the Design System
Typography
Color Palette
Iconography and Visual Hierarchy
Using the Design System
Tools and Templates Provided
Best Practices for Customization
Implementation Framework
Steps for Adopting UX Guidelines
Tools and Resources for Implementation
Training and Workshops
Evaluation and Feedback
Conducting UX Audits
Gathering Feedback
Surveys and Polls
Analytics and Heatmaps
Reporting and Documentation
Case Studies and Examples
Examples of Good UX in Government Applications
Lessons Learned from Poor UX Implementations
Annexure
Glossary of Key Terms
Compliance Checklist for UX Implementation
FAQs
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Evaluation and Feedback
Evaluation and Feedback
Conducting UX Audits
A UX audit is a systematic evaluation of a digital platform’s user experience to identify issues, assess usability, and recommend improvements. By analyzing how users interact with a platform, UX...
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Gathering Feedback
Gathering feedback is a crucial step in understanding how users interact with a platform and identifying areas for improvement. Feedback provides actionable insights that guide design and development decisions, ensuring...
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Surveys and Polls
Surveys and polls are valuable tools for gathering user feedback, measuring satisfaction, and understanding user preferences. They allow organizations to collect both quantitative and qualitative data from a wide range...
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Analytics and Heatmaps
Analytics and heatmaps are essential tools for understanding how users interact with digital platforms. They provide quantitative and visual data to help identify patterns, optimize user journeys, and improve overall...
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Reporting and Documentation
Reporting and documentation are essential components of the UX process, ensuring that findings, insights, and decisions are clearly communicated and easily accessible. Well-structured reports and documentation provide a record of...
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