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Visual Design Guide for Web

Last updated on January 6, 2023

Visuals can make content easier to understand by providing context. But if they aren’t done thoughtfully, they can do more harm than good. 

Guidelines

Follow the guidelines and approaches below when creating or using visual content.

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