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Aesthetics Color use the websafe palette for text colors and backgrounds use color to focus attention use color to discriminate between elements of a visual do not make color the only way to discriminate between choices use color schemes to foster site unity use fonts designed for the web Verdana Georgia icons are tricky Include an explanation section if you use icons (they make not be as self-explanatory as you think they are) Consider cultural differences Make sure each icon is easily distinguishable from others