UX Writing: Finding Your Voice & Tone

How To Define The Style Of Your Microcopy

Created by: Dr. Katharina Grimm
UX Writer & UX Writing Instructor

What Will I Learn?

• Learn what a UX Writing voice is
• Know the difference between voice and tone
• Understand why creating a UX Writing voice is important
• Understand how to craft your own UX Writing voice
• Learn what a UX Writing style guide is
• Learn why you need a UX Writing style guide
• Define the contents of your UX Writing style guide
• Meet the greatest style guides of the tech industry
• Learn how to create your own UX Writing style guide
• Complete several exercises to learn about creating a voice and style guide in practice

Requirements

• No writing skills needed, even though you would benefit from having a little UX Writing experience
• No previous UX skills or knowledge needed
• All you need is a little curiosity about writing and UX

Target audience

• This course is the perfect match for all UX writers, UX designers, UI designers, developers, product managers, and all other kinds of professionals working in the field of digital product development, as well as for everybody else who is interested in UX writing.