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UX patterns

[This topic is featured in Make great apps for Windows 8.]

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Design principles

  • What foundations can I use to build my design?
  • How do I get started planning my design?
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Navigation patterns

  • How do I organize my app?
  • How do I help people move from one page to another?
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Commanding patterns

  • Where should I place common commands, like copy and paste?
  • What commands go in the app bar and what go in charms?
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Touch interaction patterns

  • What touch gestures are available?
  • How do I make sure my app is great for touch interactions?
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Advertising patterns

  • How can I include ads without harming the user experience?
  • What requirements are there related to advertising?
  • How should I pick an ad provider?
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Branding patterns

  • How do I incorporate my brand into my apps?
  • Why is it important?
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UX guidelines

  • How can I find design guidance for each control and Windows feature?
  • What guidelines should I follow to ensure a great overall user experience?

 

Accessibility scenarios

Motion

 

 

Build date: 9/16/2013