22 Sept 2022 13 min read Updated 21 Sept 2026

10 Essential Skills for the Modern UI & UX Designer

A practical how-to for the fundamental skills every modern UI/UX designer should hone, from spacing systems to usability testing.

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1. How to space objects properly

2. How to pick the perfect color palette

3. How to create type scale guidelines for typography

4. How to craft a perfect case study

5. How to write effective UX copy

6. How to give design critique

7. How to create an unmoderated remote usability testing plan

A round-up of foundational spacing, color, typography, case-study writing, critique, and usability-testing skills every UI/UX designer should build.

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10 Essential Skills for the Modern UI & UX Designer

1. How to space objects properly

2. How to pick the perfect color palette

3. How to create type scale guidelines for typography

4. How to craft a perfect case study

5. How to write effective UX copy

6. How to give design critique

7. How to create an unmoderated remote usability testing plan

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