{"id":2058,"date":"2022-02-16T11:40:00","date_gmt":"2022-02-16T15:40:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jarodthornton.com\/?p=2058"},"modified":"2022-02-06T04:48:23","modified_gmt":"2022-02-06T08:48:23","slug":"4-helpful-tips-to-improve-a-websites-looks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jarodthornton.com\/2022\/02\/4-helpful-tips-to-improve-a-websites-looks\/","title":{"rendered":"4 helpful tips to improve a websites looks"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Improving the looks of your website is not only aesthetically appealing, but it\u2019s beneficial for the user, too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are many things you can do to improve the look of your website. Whether that\u2019s removing stock images, disabling Google Ads, or choosing a vibrant theme. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, I\u2019ll provide you with a few more tips to help you improve the look of your website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Start with a plan to improve the look of your website<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To begin with, you need to start with a plan to improve a websites looks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Without a plan, you\u2019ll struggle to make a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, I recommend sitting down and brainstorming ideas, looking at your current website, and searching for areas that could be improved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re unsure, you can always ask a friend, a customer, or someone else. All input is good input, no matter how difficult it may be to hear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Related:\u00a0<\/strong>How long does it take to build a new website?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remove stock images from your important pages<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Stock images on websites are not the best. However, for blog posts, they\u2019re usually accepted, especially if you use a premium service, such as\u00a0Adobe Stock<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But on the other hand, if you are using stock images on your home page, about page (or similar pages), then you should look to use alternative images.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stock images are generic \u2013 they take away from your content and make it seem mundane. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If possible, add a picture of yourself or your business. This builds trust with your audience, is more personal, and also improves a websites looks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Navigation is key <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While your website may be dressed in fancy graphics and a vibrant color scheme, if the navigation is poor, then the rest of that stuff won\u2019t matter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, navigation is key.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ensure to map out your navigation on paper first, later implementing internal links between the appropriate pages for a better user experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Implement custom images and graphics <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I have briefly discussed this already. However, you should look to implement custom images and graphics where possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Examples of images and graphics you may choose to include are Instagram posts, Twitter captions, quotes, images of you and your business, and illustrations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can also add graphs or tables if necessary and other visually appealing content.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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