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Sep 2024
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42. Icons that Work (feat Kate Kaplan, I...

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Icons are popular components to incorporate into digital designs that can help simplify user experiences. But, not every icon is created equal. In this episode, Kate Kaplan shares the latest insights from her research on digital iconography which can be found in her new book, Digital Icons that Work.


Learn more about Kate Kaplan: Bio | LinkedIn

Her book: Digital Icons That Work (nngroup.com)

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