As a web designer in 2024, there are thousands of productivity tools available to help you be as effective as possible. Here are some tools and plugins that I frequently use, not necessarily daily, but it would be hard to live without them.
Websites
Unsplash
Finding high quality images can be challenging if you don’t have any. Unsplash provides a big library of free, no attribution required, high resolution images that can help you out. Just be aware that unique images are often better but stock photos can be a good resource.
IloveIMG
You need to optimize images for the web, and this user-friendly platform is my favourite for compressing images quickly without sacrificing quality. Smaller images helps your website load faster and improves user experience. Simply upload your images, and it will take care of the rest, making it a go-to resource for maintaining image quality while reducing file size.
SVGRepo
When you need scalable vector graphics or icons, SVGRepo is the perfect resource. It offers a vast library of SVG icons and illustrations that you can easily customize and integrate into your projects. Best thing is just as Unsplash, no attribution is required.
Pagespeed
If you want to ensure your website loads quickly and efficiently, Google’s PageSpeed Insights is a must-have. It analyzes your web page's performance and provides a score based on loading speed, SEO and overall user experience. The best part? It gives you actionable recommendations to improve performance.
Colourcontrast
Making sure your text is readable is essential for a great user experience. Colourcontrast is a handy tool that checks the contrast ratio between your text and background colors. Simply input your color values, and it will instantly tell you whether your color choices meet accessibility standards.
Google Fonts
Choosing the right typography can make or break your design. Google Fonts is a fantastic resource that provides an extensive library of free, open-source fonts for web and print. With easy integration into your projects, you can explore a variety of styles and weights to find the perfect fit for your brand. Plus, Google Fonts is optimized for performance, ensuring that your website remains fast while looking great.
Awwwards
If you’re seeking inspiration for your next web project, Awwwards is an invaluable resource. It showcases outstanding websites recognized for their creativity, design, and usability. You can browse various categories to discover innovative solutions and trends, making it a perfect place to spark ideas for your own projects.
Chrome Plugins
Wappalyzer
Ever wondered how a cool website that you just visited was created? You don’t have to wonder anymore. Wappalyzer is a handy tool that shows you what technologies were used to create a website.
Eye dropper
Want to quickly grab the color of an image you find online, a website background or just some text. Sure, you can take a screenshot, open a program like Photoshop and use Photosop's eyedropper tool, but that’s far from the most effective approach. The chrome plugin Eye dropper works the same way, you only have to click to plugin and then what color you want.
Fontanello
Have you ever seen an amazing font on a website and wondered what font it might be? Instead of digging into the code panel to know, Fontanello quickly shows you what font is used and some more data that might be useful.
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Norrklint
Norrklint är ett svenskt fintechbolag som hjälper små och medelstora företag att hitta finansieringslösningar. För deras varumärke arbetade jag med att ta fram en ren och modern visuell identitet som förmedlar förtroende, tydlighet och professionalism. Designen fokuserar på intuitiva gränssnitt och tydlig kommunikation, vilket gör komplex finansiell information enklare att förstå för användarna.
Tools used
Wix Studio & Recraft
Webbdesign
Karlsson bil
Karlsson Bil är en bilhandlare baserad i Varberg som köper, säljer och renoverar fordon, bland annat den exklusiva serien Lignon Scandinavia med handbyggda Land Rover Defenders.
I projektet arbetade jag med att ta fram en webbdesign som kombinerar den klassiska Defenderns arv med ett modernt och stilrent uttryck. Fokus låg på att skapa en smidig och intuitiv upplevelse där besökare enkelt kan utforska aktuella fordon, läsa om specialbyggda renoveringar och få en tydlig bild av processen kring köp och försäljning.
Tools used
Wix Studio & Custom code
Webbdesign & Branding
Carin Fredén
Carin Fredén är en Malmöbaserad fotograf med fokus på högkvalitativ företagsfotografi och visuell varumärkeskommunikation. Hennes webbplats presenterar hennes arbete och tjänster och hjälper företag att stärka sin visuella identitet genom bilder.
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Wix Studio, Figma & kod
