Practice design critique vocabulary: giving constructive feedback on contrast, interaction clarity, error states, visual design, and copy in design reviews.
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'I have a concern about the _____ ratio.' What accessibility metric is being questioned in this design critique?
Contrast ratio refers to the WCAG accessibility standard for text/background color difference. A minimum 4.5:1 ratio is required for AA compliance.
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'The interaction is unclear — what happens when the user _____?' How do you frame this critique?
'What happens when the user taps?' is the standard mobile-focused critique phrasing, questioning whether the interaction feedback is clear.
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'This design doesn't account for the _____ state.' What critical UI state is often missed in designs?
Error states are frequently omitted in initial designs. A critique noting this ensures the design handles failures gracefully, not just the happy path.
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'LGTM on the _____ design but the copy needs work.' What aspect was approved?
'LGTM on the visual design' means the aesthetics (colors, typography, layout) look good, but the written content (copy) needs revision.
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Which phrasing is most constructive in a design critique?
Constructive critique frames observations as questions or hypotheses ('I'm wondering if...') rather than judgments, inviting dialogue rather than defensiveness.