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Building a web site can be complex yet simple all at the same time. There are many aspects that many designers and companies skip over during the process. Keeping in mind Search Engine Optimization and usability, crafting a web site should be a well thought-out and organized method.

CODANK Charlotte Web Design is here to provide companies with some of the essential web design tips that every web site should follow. Be sure to refer back to our first set of tips here.

CODANK Tips for Web Design

Browser Compatibility – All sites should be browser compatible. Your site’s look should be the same in Google Chrome as well as in Mozilla Firefox. It is wise not to stop designing a web site after you have found out that it looks marvelous on Internet Explorer. Consult with your designer to make sure that all HTML is correct for each browser.

Navigation – Create navigation on your web site that makes it easy for visitors to go through it. It is best to place all important links at accessible spots of the page – preferably right on top. Try to link as many pages of your web site as possible.

Comprehensible Font – Try to steer away from bright colors and font that may not be available on most computers – such as Comic Sans. The best professional fonts to stick with are Arial and Verdana.  Read more...

The debate of design vs functionality is highly important in the web design community, and open to much discussion. Ultimately it seems a balancing act between creating a visually impressive website without jeopardising the usability is essential.

If the website seems to be tricky to navigate then customers are likely to leave the site altogether, which defeats the object of having a web presence to promote your company and increase sales in the first place.

After some research we have discovered that functionality goes hand in hand with knowing your target audience. This is key to the design of the entire site, as designers will need to make the website accessible and appealing to this market.

For example, a website built for information or to promote services to the older generation of online user’s needs clarity, bold navigation which easily guides the viewer through the website and doesn’t alter from page to page – both of which will reassure the user. Coupled with this a predictable and logical layout, with a design that compliments the content, are also required.

Evidently this particular generation of web users will utilise websites such as the BBC, NHS or an ecommerce site like John Lewis, which all ensure functionality takes precedence over groundbreaking website designs.

For the younger target audience or the design community, an opportunity to be creative and experiment with the parameters of web design is present. They can either be for an individual bespoke client or a portfolio site.  Read more...

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Delivering a broad range of business consulting and outsourcing services, CODANK Web Design and Internet Marketing Company is one of Charlotte’s top rated design firms.

Established in 2007, CODANK has dedicated itself to providing clients both locally and nationally with outstanding professional service. The company targets either small to medium businesses or motivated entrepreneurs who don’t mind the satisfaction they receive from affordable designs.

CODANK Charlotte Web Design and Internet Marketing Company offers top-notch services that include:

Web Design and Development – Web Hosting, Project Management, Content Management Systems, E-Commerce, Web Applications

Graphic Design – Logo Design, Brand Identity

Internet Marketing – Internet Consulting, Email Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Search Engine Marketing

CODANK’s proven records of developing world class E-Commerce web sites, converting or typing into companies’ existing legacy systems, or developing customized content management solutions has provided development professionals with the experience required to deliver the results that meet our client’s expectations.

As a Microsoft registered business partner, CODANK Web Design also extends Microsoft based technologies to its customers making it simple to analyze each individual situation and apply the most appropriate, proven technologies in order to achieve the goals and objectives to each project.

As a Microsoft registered business partner, CODANK Web Design also extends Microsoft based technologies to its customers making it simple to analyze each individual situation and apply the most appropriate, proven technologies to achieve the goals and objectives of each project.  Read more...