What is responsive design?
Responsive design means a website adapts its layout to fit any screen size.
Definition
The same page rearranges itself for phones, tablets and desktops, using flexible grids, images and CSS rules that change the layout at different widths.
Why it matters
Most visits come from phones. A site that is awkward on mobile loses visitors and ranks worse in search.
How to get it right
- Design for the phone first.
- Use flexible layouts, not fixed widths.
- Make tap targets large enough.
- Test real devices, not just a resized browser.
Mistakes to avoid
- Text too small to read on a phone
- Sideways scrolling
- Hiding important content on mobile
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What is responsive design?
Responsive design means a website adapts its layout to fit any screen size. The same page rearranges itself for phones, tablets and desktops, using flexible grids, images and CSS rules that change the layout at different widths.
Why does Responsive design matter?
Most visits come from phones. A site that is awkward on mobile loses visitors and ranks worse in search.
How do you get responsive design right?
Design for the phone first. Use flexible layouts, not fixed widths. Make tap targets large enough. Test real devices, not just a resized browser.
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