The essential principles of user-centered design

[nomad]

No matter what you are designing, graphics, web application, mobile application, advertorial, a website, an online store, etc. you will have to remember just one thing, your design should appeal to your users. What are the essential principles of user-centered design?
Create designs that your users can understand
Create designs that your users can interact with easily
Create designs that connect with your users on an emotional level.

 

[eldavis]

Well said, it would be completely useless if your Designs does not appeal to them. One way to achieve this is by also knowing your target audience. Once you know them, you can easily detect what they want.

 

[You]

Know your users. Listen and meet their needs and goals. Continuously test and iterate. Focus on simplicity and seamless experience. Visualize the journey. Build intuitive navigation and interactions. Create inclusive and accessible solutions. Champion user value over operational efficiencies or convention. This philosophy catalyzes winning designs.