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Using Grids in Page Layout

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Why use grids?In multi-page design, grids allow the designer to maintain consistency from page-to-page.

Using Grids in Page Design#HistoryGrids were used as early as the 1450s for the layout of the Gutenburg Bible.

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PROPORTIONSThe Golden SectionA number of methods were devised to create layout proportions that were the most harmonious and pleasing to the eye. This one was created in the 17th century and was used the explain the pleasing proportions of the Parthenon.

Using Grids in Page Design#PROPORTIONS Magic intersections of 3s and 5sThis is another method of assuring pleasing compositions. Make the important elements in an image align with a grid of 3s and 5s

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Composition

Using Grids in Page Design#Swiss DesignIn the 1960s designers in Switzerland began using the grid in a very systematic way and was the basis of how we use the grid to organize information today

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Pros and cons of gridsGrids are a great way to organize information and maintain consistency. Beware of becoming too a slave to the grid or you run the risk of a design that is cold and rigid

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Web DesignThe principles of grids translate easily for web page design.

Using Grids in Page Design#Column GridsThe configuration of grids is endless and its matter of finding what works best for the particular content of text, graphics and images.

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Variety of gridsA grid that goes from 4 column to 2-column and still maintains the basic grid structure

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Uneven columnsColumns dont need to be the same width. Uneven columns can accommodate various kinds of information and adapt to the hierarchy within the layout.

Using Grids in Page Design#Conclusion

The use of grids in page layouts is essential but adaptable. Use it to structure information but dont let it box you in.

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