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- What an icon is by referring to a suitable example?
- How do icons help?
- What can I use instead of icons?
What an icon is by referring to a suitable example?
An Icon may refer to a pictorial symbol we use in a GUI (graphical user interface). We sometimes use icons in web documents to identify a program, device, folder, or file. For example, an icon may represent a modem, printer, or a drive.
How do icons help?
Icons help us to better understand and interpret information. Not only offline, but also online can icons help us to support content. Therefore it is important to understand how and why to use them. Let's take a look at why you should include icons in your web design and how to do it most effectively.
What can I use instead of icons?
In the battle of clarity between icons and labels, labels always win. — Labels always win. “When in doubt, always remember this: the best icon is a text label.”
