1, learn software knowledge
Including mastering Photoshop, Axure, Illustrator, sketch, blue lagoon and other commonly used software. In addition, the software of making prototype, interface, icon making, material making, map cutting and other related steps also needs to be learned.
Software is the foundation of designers, and novices can start with this. Skillful skills are necessary for the perfect display of design works, so you should master them skillfully.
Step 2 copy the work
For novice UI designers, go to the gallery website to find some materials and decorate them with tools. In fact, this can only exercise your reference ability. When your skills are proficient to a certain extent, you can try to copy them. Through copying, one is to strengthen the skill level, and the other is to enhance the innovative ability of beginners.
Copying content can be selected from two aspects: one is the icon that comes with the system, and the other is the design work of industry professionals. Knowing their design style, ideas and details can deepen the understanding of design.
3. Master the theoretical knowledge of graphic design.
Including mastering the basic theoretical knowledge of composition, typesetting, color and graphics. There is no doubt that the method of learning comes from books!
4. Exercise hand-drawing ability.
To be an excellent UI designer requires some hand-drawing skills. Why? First of all, the hands-on ability on paper is faster than that on software, and the efficiency is improved to a certain extent.
On the other hand, through hand drawing, you can highlight your own creation and even get inspiration from "graffiti". Don't worry too much if you don't have an art foundation. You can make up for it by practicing hard the day after tomorrow.
5. Learn to find inspiration
Looking for inspiration is actually to cultivate aesthetic ability. It is suggested that you can visit more design websites. When you can know what looks good and what doesn't, you will reject those designs that don't look good, then your taste will naturally rise.
In addition, remember to collect good designs, but you must learn to organize your own material folders. This is very important for design.