Summary

This website presents a collection of design myths, categorized and numbered from 0 to 1. The myths generally suggest oversimplified or inaccurate assumptions about user experience (UX) design, website development, and user behavior. Key themes include:

* Misconceptions about User Behavior: Many myths assume users are rational, distracted, predictable, or always using products as intended.
* Overemphasis on Specific Elements: Some myths prioritize aesthetics, specific design elements (like icons or stock photos), or particular tools (like Flash) over fundamental UX principles.
* Underestimating the Importance of Testing and Accessibility: Several myths devalue the need for usability testing, accessibility considerations, and the impact of small details.
* Simplified Design Approaches: The collection promotes the idea that design is simply about making a website “look good” or limiting choices, rather than a complex process of understanding and meeting user needs.

Essentially, the website argues against these common, and often flawed, assumptions in favor of a more thoughtful and research-driven design approach.

Title

UX Myths

Description

UX Myths

Keywords

myth, design, usability, people, users, need, good, choices, will, website, twitter, product, myths, experience, have, research, space

NS Lookup

A 66.6.44.4

Dates

Created 2026-02-15

Updated 2026-02-15

Summarized 2026-03-01