Design Term
What is Visual Hierarchy?
The order in which viewers process visual elements.
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Quick definition
The order in which viewers process visual elements.
Definition
Visual hierarchy controls how viewers scan and interpret your thumbnail by organizing elements in order of importance. Size, color, contrast, and position determine what viewers see first, second, and third. Effective hierarchy ensures the most important information is immediately noticed.
Examples
- 1Large face first, then text, then background
- 2Bright color draws attention before muted tones
- 3Elements at top are seen before bottom
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