{"id":14870,"date":"2025-02-07T09:13:18","date_gmt":"2025-02-07T09:13:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.20i.com\/blog\/?p=14870"},"modified":"2025-10-22T12:30:09","modified_gmt":"2025-10-22T11:30:09","slug":"web-design-problem-solving-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.20i.com\/blog\/web-design-problem-solving-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Web Design Problem Solving Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Hitting a creative or technical brick wall is something we all experience designing and building websites. How do you overcome those moments when inspiration isn\u2019t striking?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We asked our design team for their tips on resolving web design issues. These principles apply to seasoned professionals and beginners alike, and focus on approaches, tools and resources that will help you to move forwards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Back to the Brief<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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After hours of tackling a tough problem, it\u2019s easy to lose sight of the bigger picture. Returning to your project brief can help you regain focus and realign with your objectives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your brief is a roadmap that reminds you of the goals, target audience and key deliverables. It can also spark ideas by reconnecting you with the client’s original vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If your issue deviates from the brief, simplify or rethink your approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pro Tip:<\/em> Create a visual summary of the brief using flowcharts or mood boards. This can help you quickly align your troubleshooting efforts with the intended outcome.<\/pre>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Done Beats Perfect<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Perfectionism is a major productivity killer. If you’re stuck on a specific issue, shift your focus to other areas of the project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This approach reduces pressure and creates the mental space you need to come up with new perspectives on how to tackle the original problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Set Expectations:<\/em> Define \"good enough\" standards with your clients or stakeholders upfront. Knowing when something meets the mark avoids unnecessary over-polishing.<\/pre>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Research Alternatives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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If a specific tool or method isn\u2019t working, it\u2019s worth researching other ways to achieve your goal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Open-source communities, official GitHub pages and forums like Web Designer Forum<\/a> or Stack Overflow<\/a> are treasure troves of alternative solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Dedicated inspiration sites<\/a> exist to expand our understanding of what is achievable, and tools like BuiltWith<\/a> or Wappalyzer<\/a> uncover the mystery of how other developers have solved similar problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Client Communication:<\/em> If you discover an alternative that deviates from the plan; communicate its advantages and potential trade-offs clearly. Most clients appreciate solutions that enhance efficiency or reduce complexity.<\/pre>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Reframe the Problem<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The way a problem is framed can be part of the issue. Take a step back and redefine the challenge. Ask yourself:<\/p>\n\n\n\n