10TIPS

TO BECOME
A BETTER
DASHBOARD
DESIGNER

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LAYOUT &
STRUCTURE
Arrange data based on its importance.
Place the most critical information at the top
or in the center where it's most visible.

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DIVIDE INTO
SECTIONS
Divide the dashboard into sections using
borders or different background colors. This
can help differentiate between different
types of information or categories.

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CREATE A VISUAL
HIERARCHY
Use size and scale to draw attention to key
data. Larger elements are more likely to be
noticed first. BANs help here.

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CONTRAST AND
COLOR
Use high contrast for key figures or changes
to make them stand out. Avoid overly bright
or clashing colors that can be distracting or
hard to read.

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USE TYPOGRAPHY
LIKE A WRITER
Use clear, readable fonts. Differentiate
headings, subheadings, and body text using
size, weight, and color.

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RIGHT CHART FOR
THE DATA
Choose the appropriate type of chart for
your data. For instance, use bar charts for
comparisons and line charts for
trends over time.

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USE SIMPLE
VISUALIZATIONS
Avoid overly complex visualizations. The goal
is clarity and ease of understanding.

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CONSISTENCY AND
COHESION
Use a consistent set of colors and styles. This
helps create a cohesive look and make it
easier to understand.

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USE INTERACTIVITY
FOR ENGAGEMENT
Add filters, dropdown menus, and click
actions for interactive data exploration.

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FEEDBACK AND
TESTING
Get user feedback to identify areas for
improvement. Watch actual users interact
with the dashboard.

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 REMEMBER
MAKE COMPLEX
DATA DIGESTIBLE
A successful design balances aesthetic
appeal with functional clarity. It helps users
quickly understand the data and make data-
based decisions.

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DAILY TIPS AND
TRICKS
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