Some thoughts on page sizes and layout. Many people that are looking for help will probably be using two browsers so that they can see what they are reading for help as well as the thing they want help on.
I'd guess that they will use a browser size around about 800 pixels tall (based on a 17/19 inch screen). This will allow them to easily switch between windows and let them see a little of both. I then suggest a newspaper trick of above the fold. Try and keep the important information in the top half of the page without needing to scroll. If someone isn't quite sure what they are looking for they will decide if the page is what they are looking for very quickly based on what they see without scrolling. Think of the way you use search engines and check out the pages returned. As CeeJay said that style starting with a simple narrative leading deeper as the user gains confidence and experience is more approachable. -- Zaragon ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Zaragon's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=14577 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=44957 _______________________________________________ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
