Simplify Complex Visuals into Clear Forms
People interpret complex visuals as the simplest form possible. Reduce visual noise to aid comprehension.
Incorrect (visually noisy layout):
.card {
border: 2px dashed red;
background: linear-gradient(45deg, #f0f, #0ff);
box-shadow: 5px 5px 0 black, 10px 10px 0 gray;
outline: 3px dotted blue;
}Correct (clear, simple form):
.card {
background: var(--gray-2);
border: 1px solid var(--gray-a4);
border-radius: 12px;
box-shadow: var(--shadow-1);
}Reference: Law of Prägnanz