Graphic Design For Dummies

Chapter 9

Creating Grid Systems and Page Layouts

IN THIS CHAPTER

Learning how using a grid structure can provide stability and cohesiveness

Identifying the different elements of a grid structure

Learning to create a baseline grid from your typographic decisions

Creating effective page layouts with some basic principles

A grid is a structure to help the designer make decisions about the placement of design elements. Choosing a good grid structure can make the decision-making process easier and can make the design solution more accurate and consistent in how design elements are placed.

People scan both printed and digital documents similarly. Most people start by scanning for keywords and areas of interest and look at other information afterward. Designers can take advantage of this natural phenomenon by creating focal points or using hierarchy to make the information-gathering process more efficient and intuitive.

Your key information should be easy to find and accessible, but you should also consider the limitations and requirements of the media you are working with. For example, ...