Lecture Notes: Transitioning from Paper to Digital Wireframes

Importance of Paper Wireframes

• Paper wireframes are a starting point for UX designs.
• They are essential for showcasing the full design process in a portfolio.

Transitioning to Digital Wireframes

• Transition when:
  1. Paper Wireframe is Complete: Have a clear structure.
  2. Feedback Received: Get input from peers or managers.
  3. Ready for Basic Visual Cues: Start considering different text types, but not colors or images.
• If not ready, continue refining paper wireframes.

Key Elements for Digital Wireframes

• Use Actual Content:
  • Important sections should have real text, e.g., labeling sections.
  • Use placeholder text like "lorem ipsum" for large body text.
  • "Lorem ipsum" is Latin placeholder text used since the 1960s for layout simulations.
• Avoid Expressive Content:
  • Do not add color or images yet.
  • Focus on functionality and clarity in your wireframe.

Benefits of Digital Wireframes

• Detail-Oriented: Digital wireframes require cleaner and more precise designs.
• Ease of Sharing: Digital tools facilitate collaboration and easy distribution.

Upcoming Steps

• Figma Transition: Learn to transition from paper to digital wireframes using Figma.

Conclusion

• Use learnings to prepare paper wireframes for digital conversion.
• Continue practicing and refining design skills.