Phase 2 · Design Principles & Visual Design
TopicsLayout & Grid Systems
Part of the UI/UX Design Roadmap.
Summary
Using a consistent grid (columns, gutters, margins) to align and space elements predictably — grids are largely invisible when done well, but their absence makes a layout feel randomly arranged.
How to Learn This
- 1Set up a basic 12-column grid in Figma and align a sample layout to it.
- 2Study a well-designed website's grid structure using a grid-overlay browser extension.
- 3Learn why consistent gutters and margins matter as much as the column count itself.
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