Grid systems — print grids work digitally with responsive adaptation.
Typographic hierarchy — same principles, different execution.
White space — equally powerful on screen.
Visual rhythm — alternating density creates interest.
What Doesn't
Fixed dimensions — screens aren't fixed. Design for flow.
CMYK color — convert to RGB/HEX. Colors will shift.
Columns of text — multi-column body text doesn't work on mobile.
Bleed and trim — no physical edges on screen.
Adapting Print Techniques
Pull quotes: Work as full-width interruptions in scroll.
Drop caps: Work on desktop, simplify for mobile.
Caption placement: Consider responsive reflow.
Photo essays: Translate to scroll-based storytelling.
Spreads: Translate to full-viewport sections.
1---2name: print-design-for-digital3description: Print Design For Digital4---56# Print Design For Digital78## What Translates9- **Grid systems** — print grids work digitally with responsive adaptation.10- **Typographic hierarchy** — same principles, different execution.11- **White space** — equally powerful on screen.12- **Visual rhythm** — alternating density creates interest.1314## What Doesn't15- **Fixed dimensions** — screens aren't fixed. Design for flow.16- **CMYK color** — convert to RGB/HEX. Colors will shift.17- **Columns of text** — multi-column body text doesn't work on mobile.18- **Bleed and trim** — no physical edges on screen.1920## Adapting Print Techniques21- **Pull quotes:** Work as full-width interruptions in scroll.22- **Drop caps:** Work on desktop, simplify for mobile.23- **Caption placement:** Consider responsive reflow.24- **Photo essays:** Translate to scroll-based storytelling.25- **Spreads:** Translate to full-viewport sections.
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