Start a Project With Adobe XD from Coursera

Adobe XD is a UI/UX design tool that allows users to create all kinds of graphic art and website design products including website wireframes, mobile app wireframes, Social Media images, and other projects. It has many of the most popular features of Adobe Photoshop, and it allows users to import files from Photoshop, Illustrator, and Sketch. In this project, learners will learn how to start a project with Adobe XD including getting a free account, how to select the right artboards, how to work with brand collateral, and other basics that will help learners get their projects off to a good start. This is the perfect project for someone who needs an easy-to-use platform to create advanced-looking graphic art products. This will be beneficial to individuals and teams in creative departments, marketing and sales, design, and departments where creating presentations is a regular need. Note: This course works best for learners who are based in the North America region. Weâ€™re currently working on providing the same experience in other regions.

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Suitable for beginners who need an easy-to-use platform to create advanced-looking graphic art products

Teaches essential Adobe XD basics, including account creation and artboard selection

Showcases the benefits of Adobe XD for graphic art creation in various contexts, such as creative departments, marketing, sales, and design

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Start a Project With Adobe XD with these activities:

Read a Book on UI Design

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Reading a book on UI design will help you learn the theoretical foundations of UI design and improve your understanding of the field.

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Find a book on UI design to read.
Read the book and take notes.
Discuss the book with other designers.

Join an Online Community for UI Designers

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Joining an online community for UI designers will help you connect with other designers and learn from their experiences.

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Find an online community for UI designers.
Introduce yourself and ask questions.
Participate in discussions and share your work.

Review the Basics of UI Design

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Reviewing the basics of UI design will help you understand the underlying principles and concepts of Adobe XD.

Browse courses on User Interface Design

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Read a book or article on UI design principles.
Watch a tutorial on UI design basics.
Practice creating simple UI elements in Adobe XD.

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Follow Adobe XD Tutorials

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Following Adobe XD tutorials will help you learn the basics of the software and how to use it to create UI designs.

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Find a series of tutorials on Adobe XD.
Follow the tutorials step-by-step.
Practice the skills you learn in the tutorials.

Attend a UI Design Workshop

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Attending a UI design workshop will help you learn from experienced designers and improve your skills.

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Find a UI design workshop to attend.
Register for the workshop.
Attend the workshop and participate in the activities.

Create UI Wireframes

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Creating UI wireframes will help you practice the skills you learn in the course and improve your understanding of UI design.

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Choose a project to work on.
Create a sitemap for the project.
Sketch out the UI wireframes for the project.
Create the UI wireframes in Adobe XD.

Create a Personal Website

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Creating a personal website will help you apply the skills you learn in the course and build a portfolio piece.

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Choose a domain name and hosting provider.
Design the website in Adobe XD.
Develop the website.
Deploy the website.

Design a Website or Mobile App

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Designing a website or mobile app will help you apply the skills you learn in the course and create a portfolio piece.

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Choose a project to work on.
Create a design brief for the project.
Sketch out the UI design for the project.
Create the UI design in Adobe XD.
Develop the website or mobile app.

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Learners who complete Start a Project With Adobe XD will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

UI Designer

UI Designers leverage Adobe XD to bring user interfaces to life. This course offers practical knowledge on creating stunning designs, optimizing user flows, and collaborating effectively within design teams.

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Web Designer

Web Designers utilize Adobe XD to create impactful website designs. This course equips Web Designers with the skills to prototype, collaborate, and ensure the visual appeal and functionality of websites.

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UX Designer

UX Designers use Adobe XD to craft interactive prototypes and design wireframes that provide a seamless user experience. This course provides a solid foundation in XD, enabling UX Designers to refine their skills and enhance the user experience of digital products.

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Interactive Designer

Interactive Designers specialize in creating engaging digital experiences. This course introduces Adobe XD, a tool that empowers Interactive Designers to prototype, collaborate, and design interactive elements that captivate users.

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Graphic designer

Graphic Designers can enhance their skillset with Adobe XD, a powerful tool for creating visually appealing designs. This course provides insights into the core features and principles of XD, enabling Graphic Designers to expand their capabilities in visual communication.

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Product Designer

Product Designers use Adobe XD to conceptualize and prototype innovative products. This course equips Product Designers with the skills to create user-centered designs, collaborate with stakeholders, and bring digital products to life.

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Art Director

Art Directors oversee the visual direction of creative projects. This course on Adobe XD provides Art Directors with a deeper understanding of digital design tools, empowering them to lead and guide design teams effectively.

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UX Researcher

UX Researchers gather data to understand user needs and inform design decisions. This course on Adobe XD may be helpful for UX Researchers, providing insights into the process of creating interactive prototypes and testing user experiences.

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Visual Designer

Visual Designers create visually appealing designs for various media. This course on Adobe XD may be helpful for Visual Designers, providing a practical understanding of digital design tools and principles.

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Front-End Developer

Front-End Developers work on the user-facing side of websites and applications. This course on Adobe XD may be helpful for Front-End Developers, providing insights into the design process and enabling collaboration with designers.

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Content Designer

Content Designers create and manage content for various platforms. This course on Adobe XD may be helpful for Content Designers, providing a basic understanding of design principles and tools.

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Copywriter

Copywriters specialize in creating persuasive and engaging written content. This course on Adobe XD may be helpful for Copywriters, providing insights into visual design and collaboration with designers.

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Project Manager

Project Managers oversee the planning and execution of projects. This course on Adobe XD may be helpful for Project Managers, providing a basic understanding of design tools and processes.

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Business Analyst

Business Analysts gather and analyze data to improve business operations. This course on Adobe XD may be helpful for Business Analysts, providing insights into design thinking and user experience.

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Marketing Specialist

Marketing Specialists develop and execute marketing campaigns. This course on Adobe XD may be helpful for Marketing Specialists, providing a basic understanding of visual design and user experience.

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