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2025-09-09
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UI/UX Principles #2: Fitts's Law

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The larger and closer a target, the faster it can be reached. Psychologist Paul Fitts proved in 1954: Time to reach a target depends on distance and size.

Practical Application: Design call-to-action buttons large, place important elements centrally, create sufficient spacing between clickable areas. Mobile interfaces need at least 44px touch targets.

Result: Reduced misclicks, faster task completion, less frustration. Large buttons near the user's attention measurably increase conversions.

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