Top UX/UI Trends to Revamp Your UX

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 Why check out UX/UI trends?

UX/UI is evolving, just like any other knowledge.

DO YOU AGREE WITH THAT?

And like anything else that develops, new trends are continually emerging and
growing. UX/UI professionals should stay informed about current trends and
leverage them. An updated design gives your users a feeling of freshness. It also
proves the commitment of the company to the product.
So it is essential to keep an eye on the latest design trends rather than miss the
movement and design and an outdated software experience.

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 WHAT UX/UI TREND IS THIS
#1 Dark Mode ONE?

Do you prefer using dark mode on your electronic devices? Why or why not?
Do you prefer using dark mode on your electronic devices? Why or why not?

•Yes, I prefer dark mode because it's easier on

the eyes, especially at night.
Do you think dark mode actually helps save battery on devices with OLED or
AMOLED screens? Why or why not?

•Yes, it does. Dark pixels use less power on OLED and AMOLED
screens, so it can save battery life.
Have you noticed any difference in eye fatigue when using dark mode compared
to light mode? How would you describe that difference?

Yes, dark mode reduces eye strain, especially during extended use at
night, making it more comfortable for my eyes.
What do you think is the impact of dark mode
on reading long or complex texts compared to
light mode?

•Dark mode enhances readability by reducing

glare and improving contrast, making it easier
to focus on the text.
What other benefits of dark mode can you
imagine beyond those mentioned, in terms of
user experience?

Dark mode can also create a sleek and

modern aesthetic, improve visibility in
low-light environments, and reduce
distractions.
Are there any potential drawbacks of dark
mode that we should consider?

Some users may find it less appealing

aesthetically, and there could be compatibility
issues with certain apps or websites.
 What is your opinion on the aesthetic of dark
mode compared to light mode? Do you think it
affects how we perceive apps and websites?

•Dark mode often feels more modern and

sophisticated, but it's subjective. It can
definitely influence how we perceive and
interact with digital interfaces.
 The rise of dark siders will likely be continuing this year too.

The look is elegant, stylish, and modern. As we’re spending more time with
our smartphones and laptop, dark mode plays a vital role in user
experience.
But the dark mode is not just white texts on a dark background. It has a
couple of more advantages too.

•It saves the battery if the device uses an

OLED or AMOLED screen.
•It is better in terms of the readability of
text.
•It is better for reducing eye strain while
using the device at night.
•It reduces the screen glare and minimizes
blue lights.
#2 Neumorphism /NU/ WHAT UX/UI TREND IS THIS
ONE?
What are your initial thoughts on neumorphism
as a design trend? Do you find it visually
appealing or do you have reservations about its
usability?

Personally, I find neumorphism visually

appealing due to its modern and three-
dimensional look. However, I have reservations
about its usability, especially in terms of clarity
and accessibility for users.
The text mentions that neumorphism is popular
among UI designers but less favored by UX
experts. Why do you think there is this divide
in opinion?

The division of opinions between UI designers

and UX experts could stem from different
priorities and approaches. Designers may be
more focused on visual appearance, while UX
experts prioritize functionality and user
experience.
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Dribbble is an online platform where designers,
illustrators, and other creatives share their
work, connect with each other, and gain
inspiration. It's particularly popular among
graphic designers, UI/UX designers, and digital
artists. Users can showcase their design
projects, receive feedback, and explore the
work of others in the community. Dribbble is
known for its high-quality visuals and its role
in shaping design trends and aesthetics.
Neumorphism combines flat design and skeuomorphism. It is a visual style
that combines background colors, shapes, gradients, and shadows to ensure
UI elements’ graphic intensity. All that allows for achieving a soft, extruded
plastic look and almost 3D styling.
Neuromorphic UI’s are elegant; there is no doubt about that. Its’ soft UI
elements feel so comfortable.
While it is so popular among the UI designers of Dribbble, most UX
experts think just the opposite.
Neumorphism doesn’t play nicely with basic usability principles. It almost
kills intuitiveness and accessibility. And there aren’t lots of real-world apps
built on top of this style.
But it’s beautiful and futuristic in terms of design. So, we might see more
implementation of Neumorphic UI next year as well.
#3 Animations
What is the primary purpose of UI animations
in user experience?

The primary purpose of UI animations is to

enhance the user experience by guiding flow
more effectively than static graphics.
What role do UI animations play in product
promotions?

UI animations are an effective way to promote

products by allowing for dynamic and engaging
presentation of product features and benefits,
without resorting to intrusive modals or
banners.
How can designers utilize UI animations to
enhance user experience?

Designers can use UI animations to guide user

flow, provide visual feedback, and create a
more immersive and engaging experience.
We saw significant popularity with UI
animation lately.
Designers can utilize UI animations to enhance
the user experience by guiding the flow much
better than a static graphic. There will be more
and more animations—both in UI and product
promotions. It is an immersive way for mobile
apps to convey messages to the user without
using modal and banners.
For example, Lottie animations by Iconscout is
a popular resource for this trend.
#4 Advanced micro-interactions
Micro interaction exists in every software
application. We use it every time while using
different applications. The “Like” feature of
Instagram and “Retweet” of Twitter are the
perfect examples of micro-interaction.
Advanced micro-interactions such as gestures
and touchless controls bring new opportunities
to crafting a more intuitive experience. We will
see more and more of these for sure.
#5 Bold Typography
Did you notice that web typography is getting
bigger and bolder?
Especially for landing pages and microsites.
Bold typography is one of the easiest ways to
grab users’ attention.
Bold typography stands out from its
surroundings and demands to be read. But it
has to be an integral (and integrated) part of the
overall aesthetic.
Popular websites are adopting this technique. It
looks like bold typography is here to stay with
a straightforward and proactive approach and
continue to grow.
Landing pages of Dropbox, Drift and Nike are
the best example of bold typography usage.
#6 Smooth gradients
The reign of smooth gradients is in full swing.
Microsoft’s fluent design system and the new
design approach by Apple in macOS Big Sur
are two of the big pushes in gradient-based
designs. Google also joined the party with
redesigned logos of Gmail, Calendar, Drive,
Docs and Meet.
#7 3D is everywhere
3D designs have been attracting users for the
last couple of years. Despite some drawbacks
on memory consumption, 3D is trending in
both mobile and web applications.
The 3D will continue to thrive, especially
seeing VR and AR technologies’ rising
popularity.
#8 Empty and error states illustration
Errors are scary, and emptiness is boring.
But they both are an integral part of a
software application.
So UX/UI professionals are taking a step
forward to make them more exciting and more
comfortable. This trend is going to continue
this year too.
#9 Design system
This trend is about discipline in the design
world, and it’s not new.
More and more companies are getting serious
about unified design experience and building
their design system. Material Design,
Ant Design, Fluent Design System are the most
popular open-source design systems. Also,
there are tons of other free design systems. We
are hoping to see more comprehensive design
systems this year.
#10 Remote and virtual collaboration
We are all (mostly) working from home.
Small to large companies are adopting this new
culture so fast. So, the demand for remote and
virtual tools and services is skyrocketing. The
design of the latest and old services are
revamping while giving virtual collaboration a
priority. These trends will continue to rise for
sure.
#11 Augmented & Virtual Reality
There are endless opportunities to innovate
and create exciting experiences in the AR/VR
space.
A lot of AAA games are coming to VR
platforms. UI design for AR will be one of the
significant trends.
#12 Voice User Interface (VUI) and touchless
interactions
Another UI and UX trend that began in the
wake of the pandemic is touchless interaction
– aka voice user interface.
Various methods of interacting with devices,
such as voice control and air gesture control,
are gaining popularity. We saw lots of voice-
activated services last year. VUI is going to be
a new hotcake next year too.
#13 Great user onboarding experience
The power of good onboarding is rising when
millions of people are forced to deal with the
task of installing and using video conferencing
and remote-work services. This trend will shine
next year too.
#14 Frictionless authentication
We all hate passwords.
It’s complicated, hard to remember, less secure.
We will see a continuing demand for
frictionless authentication such as social login
and biometric login.
#15 UX writing and microcopy
Specific microcopies written keeping the brand
in mind can go a long way in building a
friendly experience. UX writings and
microcopies play a significant role in overall
UX design, and it will hold its ground this
year.
#16 Personalized experience
Personalized and tailored experience is a
new way to retain users’ interest.
For example, on an eCommerce site,
personalized buying recommendations quickly
overcome the ‘I don’t need it’ buyer resistance.
With the rise of AI and machine learning, we
will see more personalized experiences in
software products.
#17 Rising of super apps

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Nowadays, the so-called “Super apps” like
Wechat and Yandex Go are insanely popular
in Asian countries.
Silicon valley was always skeptical about the
super app. But time is changing now. We shall
see the rise of the “Super apps” in the coming
days.
What is influencing the trends every year?

In a world where everyone is dealing with a

pandemic, product design is changing. In the
software world, lockdowns, forced closure of
stores, and so on have had an enormous
impact.
Remote collaboration, online shopping,
streaming service, work-from-home, and
communications platforms see rapid growth. As
always, in periods of dramatic change,
technology and design trends reflect the
customer’s needs. So in the coming days, the
UI trends will prioritize speed, simple page
designs, mobile-first approach, and, most
importantly, artificial intelligence.
Conclusion
Hope the trends that I’ve mentioned can help
you mark where we are with UX/UI today.
And bring out your pen and paper, or the new
Notion page, and be ready to keep track of the
changes in trending UX/UI concepts this year.
Also, you might want to follow to most
influentual UX designers and top UI designers
to keep getting the inspiration and insights you
need.
What is a UX design trend?
A UX Trend refers to a direction, in which
something about UX/UI is developing or
changing; such as the leaning towards VUI in
recent years.
What is the next big trend in web design?
As most of us are forced to work from home,
the next big trend in web design seems to be
collaboration and simplicity. Micro-interactions
and VR are increasingly developing too.