Web design, the popularity of rounded corners

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  • megri
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    • Mar 2004
    • 1042

    Web design, the popularity of rounded corners

    One key factor is visual appeal and softness. Like physical objects, rounded corners in web elements (like buttons, containers, and images) can create a softer, more approachable, and less harsh feel on the screen. They can make the overall design feel more modern and user-friendly.

    Another benefit is improved visual hierarchy. Rounded corners can help visually group related elements together. The subtle enclosure created by the rounded edges can make elements feel more contained and distinct from the surrounding content.

    Enhanced scannability plays a role, too. Some studies suggest that rounded corners can help guide the user's eye and improve the scannability of content. Gentle curves can make elements feel less abrupt and easier to process visually.

    Operating systems and UI trends also influence websites. Many popular operating systems (like ios and Android) and design languages (like Material Design) extensively use rounded corners in their interface elements. This familiarity can make websites with rounded corners feel more intuitive and consistent with the user's digital experience.

    Finally, from a technical perspective, implementing rounded corners in web design is relatively straightforward using CSS (border-radius), which contributes to its widespread adoption.

    So, in the digital realm, rounded corners contribute to a softer aesthetic, better visual organization, improved scannability, and a sense of familiarity driven by popular UI trends. It's a versatile design element that enhances the user experience in subtle yet effective ways.
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  • megri
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    • Mar 2004
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    #2
    Okay, let's get you that CSS code! To give you the most accurate and helpful code, could you tell me a bit more about what you're trying to round? For example:
    • Is it a button?
    • A container (like a <div>)?
    • An image?
    • Something else?

    In the meantime, here's a general example and some variations to get you started:

    CSS Code for Rounded Corners
    May 5, 7:47 AM
    Try again without Canvas
    Explanation of the Code and How to Use It:
    • border-radius Property: This is the key CSS property that controls the roundness of the corners. The value you provide determines the radius of the curve.
    • Values:
      • px (pixels): A fixed size.
      • em, rem: Relative units, good for responsive design.
      • %: Percentage of the element's width/height (e.g., 50% for a circle).
    • Applying to Elements: You apply the border-radius property to any HTML element using a CSS selector (e.g., a cl*** name like .my-element, an ID like #my-div, or the element type like button).
    • Multiple Values: You can specify different border-radius values for each corner, as shown in the uneven-round example.

    How to Use This Code:
    1. HTML: Make sure you have the HTML element you want to style. For example:

      HTML
      <div cl***="my-container">This is a container with rounded corners.</div>
      <button cl***="my-button">Click Me</button>
      <img src="my-image.jpg" alt="My Image" cl***="my-image">
    2. CSS: Add a <style> section in your HTML <head> or link to an external CSS file. Then, add the CSS rules. For example:

      HTML
      <!DOCTYPE html>
      <html>
      <head>
      <title>My Rounded Corners Page</title>
      <style>
      /* CSS code from above goes here */
      .my-container {
      border-radius: 15px;
      background-color: #e0e0e0;
      padding: 20px;
      margin-bottom: 20px;
      }
      .my-button {
      border-radius: 5px;
      padding: 10px 20px;
      background-color: #4CAF50;
      color: white;
      border: none;
      cursor: pointer;
      }
      .my-button:hover {
      background-color: #367c39;
      }
      .my-image {
      border-radius: 8px;
      width: 200px;
      height: auto;
      }
      </style>
      </head>
      <body>
      <div cl***="my-container">This is a container with rounded corners.</div>
      <button cl***="my-button">Click Me</button>
      <img src="my-image.jpg" alt="My Image" cl***="my-image">
      </body>
      </html>






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    • megri
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      • Mar 2004
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      #3
      Code:
      /* General Example - Applies to any element */
      .my-element {
      border-radius: 10px; /* Adjust this value to change the roundness */
      /* Other styling properties can go here, like: */
      /* background-color: #f0f0f0; */
      /* padding: 10px; */
      /* border: 1px solid #ccc; */
      }
      
      /* Example for a Button */
      .my-button {
      border-radius: 5px; /* Slightly rounded corners for a button */
      padding: 10px 20px;
      background-color: #4CAF50; /* Green */
      color: white;
      border: none;
      cursor: pointer;
      }
      
      .my-button:hover {
      background-color: #367c39; /* Darker green */
      }
      
      /* Example for a Container (like a div) */
      .my-container {
      border-radius: 15px; /* More rounded corners for a container */
      background-color: #e0e0e0; /* Light gray */
      padding: 20px;
      margin-bottom: 20px;
      }
      
      /* Example for an Image */
      .my-image {
      border-radius: 8px; /* Rounded corners for an image */
      width: 200px; /* Set the width and height as needed */
      height: auto;
      }
      
      /* Example with different radius for each corner */
      .uneven-round {
      border-radius: 10px 30px 10px 30px; /* top-left, top-right, bottom-right, bottom-left */
      background-color: #lightblue;
      padding: 15px;
      }
      
      /* Example to make a circle */
      .circle {
      width: 100px;
      height: 100px;
      border-radius: 50%; /* Make it a circle */
      background-color: #ffdb58; /* A yellow color */
      }
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