Let\u2019s just take it for granted that the golden era of using static websites are long gone. Besides, you don\u2019t wanna stay outdated with your practices, or do you?<\/p>\n
In case you noticed, there ain\u2019t much of a gap between the tasks of a designer and a developer lately. As these two profiles move in a linear direction hand in hand, the usage of tools to do the same is also at the verge of an upgrade. Case in point, for the best results, you need to get your hands on the best tools. And that\u2019s that!<\/p>\n
Further ahead, I\u2019ll kick off with my list of 11 powerful tools for web designers. Try these tools and see if they work your way. Having said that, try not to end up with a soft corner for them because I\u2019m dead sure something savvier might be rolling out sooner than later.<\/p>\n
1) Pattern Lab<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Based around Atomic Design, Pattern-Lab is indeed a fantastic tool developed by BRad Frost and Dave Olsen. The concept of atomic design is simple, disintegrate your design into the smallest parts i.e atoms, and then resculpt them into something bigger, scalable components i.e molecules and organisms<\/em>. Once done, you may use the output as templates for vivid web related work.<\/p>\n Despite that fact that what you achieve is innovative, Pattern-Lab is simply a static-site generator, weaving smaller components of UI to something valuable. Pattern-Lab allows users to use dynamic data, offers resizing tools ensuring your designs are responsive by nature.<\/p>\n 2) Vivaldi<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Not all great tools necessarily be sophisticated.<\/p>\n Right? <\/strong><\/p>\n On that note, here\u2019s a web browser that\u2019ll add on to your productivity. Vivaldi is an amazingly fast and customizable web browser designed for power users.<\/p>\n The app was developed by creators of Opera. It is built using web technologies such as JavaScript, Node.js and React for front end UI.<\/p>\n Speaking of functionality., well, the browser offers you the ability to take notes with the browser itself. You also get command line access to the browser and you can easily stack tabs. Even more, the browser allows you to keep all your favourites in one place for easy access anytime. Indeed, it is one of the most customizable browser available at the moment. Try it out and see how you can use this tool to the benefit of a web designer.<\/p>\n 3) Affinity Designer<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Well, this app is surely a flagship killer!<\/p>\n Must admit, it is one of the most well designed app, supporting the obvious needs of graphic designers. Serif\u2019s<\/a> Affinity Designer offers you a lot of features similar to Photoshop, however easier to manipulate and implement. You get to play with layers, and manipulate vector images without any scope of damage.<\/p>\n Besides, even photoshop doesn\u2019t offer you a 1,000,000 % zoom feature!<\/p>\n Apart from this, you get the option of undo and delete history as well, which, can obviously come handy, depending on your usability<\/p>\n Talking of the UI, well, even for a first timer, it won\u2019t appear much troublesome. When people move from Photoshop to some other tool, their main issue is dealing with the new layout. However, in the case of Affinity, you won\u2019t need to worry much about it. The layout is fairly similar to that of photoshop, while they\u2019ve just tightened up the nitty-gritty of the tool.<\/p>\n All being said and done, it\u2019s time for you to get started with this savvy tool. No more distractions. Focus on productivity and increase your work efficiency with Affinity!<\/p>\n 4) Avocode<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Heard of this app yet ? If not, then you surely are missing some serious fun here. With the help of Avocode, the task of front end developers gets really easy. Avocode allows to code websites and apps directly from Photoshop designs. Developed by the same team responsible for CSS Hat and PNG Hat, you can easily export your Photoshop files (.psd) into Avocode with a single click!<\/p>\n The functionality of Avocode is fairly straightforward. It analyses your psd files and recreates then as a UI design. Once done, you get all the access to play around with the UI and you can easily export assets, SVG being the standard. I\u2019m sure that no app can truly replace a developer, however, with Avocode you can always reach close enough with automation as the game changer.<\/p>\n 5) Antetype<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Antetype is a fantastic tool to create some extravagant and responsive UI for mobile\/ web apps and websites. When you\u2019d use it, you\u2019ll feel as if it was created for just one purpose, to create highly-accurate prototypes. In a way, it’s great for a team dedicated to prototyping. The auto-layout and widgets option in the app allows users to iterate designs rapidly while ensuring work consistency.<\/p>\n When you download the app, you get a hefty widget library using which you may create some savvy prototypes at ease and in no time. Antetype supports both iOS and Windows operating system, even Android for that matter. When you are at their website, you will come across an active community section from where you may download UI kits by connecting with other Antetype users.<\/p>\n There is also an active community section on the site from where you can download UI kits by connecting with other Antetype users. By simply dragging and dropping things here and there, you are able to create some fantastic prototypes of UI. Care to it try it today and decide for yourself if it works your way or not!<\/p>\n 6) Sketch<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Ever since it\u2019s launch in 2009, Sketch has gained quite some liking from the massive fraternity of web designers.<\/p>\n Sketch\u2019s functionality wraps around CSS logics. Thus, it is fairly simple and easy to convert your designs into CSS, especially when applying styles. Apart from the CSS, well, Automatic Slicing is indeed a great feature, helping speed up the design<\/a> and development<\/a> crossover moment. With a simple click, you can export your assets in various formats; PNG, JPEG and TIFF being the most common ones.<\/p>\n![\"Pattern](\"https:\/\/www.artattackk.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/24.webp\" "\\"Pattern")
<\/p>\n![\"Vivaldi\"](\"https:\/\/www.artattackk.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/34.webp\" "\\"Vivaldi\\"")
<\/p>\n![\"Affinity](\"https:\/\/www.artattackk.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/44.webp\" "\\"Affinity")
<\/p>\n![\"Avocode\"](\"https:\/\/www.artattackk.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/54.webp\" "\\"Avocode\\"")
<\/p>\n![\"Antetype\"](\"https:\/\/www.artattackk.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/64.webp\" "\\"Antetype\\"")
<\/p>\n![\"Sketch\"](\"https:\/\/www.artattackk.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/73.webp\" "\\"Sketch\\"")
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![\"Marvel\"](\"https:\/\/www.artattackk.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/83.webp\" "\\"Marvel\\"")
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