Dev Tools · 1h ago
Why Website Standardization Beats Novelty for User Experience
Jakob's Law states users prefer sites that work like others they know. Familiar layouts reduce cognitive load, letting users focus on tasks. While early web was brochure-like, modern web apps benefit from conventions over originality.
Meridian48 take
The argument is sound but understates that some distinctiveness can coexist with usability; the real challenge is balancing brand identity with user expectations.
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