Designing large websites can be very complex and use of a professional web developer is recommended.
Once you have selected the right developer through research and references prepare a schedule for the completion of your website.
Be certain to provide specific information regarding your site to the developer.
The first stage of the design process involves graphic concepts or comps which will give you the look and feel of the finished site.
There should be a standard to follow by your developer.
Check to make sure a standard exists and is followed.
Another stage is that of navigation and should initially be a prototype.
After ensuring that it is of good structure and is naturally optimized for keywords then the developer can use actual programming.
It is important that it is easy to navigate your website and a sample of the intended navigation features should be presented.
Content is also important in designing large websites.
For images such as graphics it is best to use GIF formats while photos should be done in JPEG formats.
All image used should be functional and positioned correctly on your site.
Text should also be appropriate and revised for accuracy.
Next, consider programming which should be done after having correct navigation and content.
Of note, is that all images and text should be on the correct pages.
The developer should consider equipment capabilities and web skills of users that visit the web site.
Finally, testing the finished site should be done.
A syntax checker or link verifier should be used to ensure the coding has no errors and all links on the webpage works.
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A way to receive feedback about any malfunctions regarding the site should be put in place.
These steps show the basic process of designing large websites and should be followed to ensure an effective well functioning website.