Designing for Unknown Monitor Resolutions
Browser windows can be resized to any dimension, limited only by the maximum size of the monitor. Designing for an unknown amount of browser real estate is a challenge unique to web design and one that is particularly troublesome for designers who are accustomed to the printed page.
Many web designers want to know which monitor resolution to design for. As with most web design issues, there is no “right” way to design for the Web, and your decisions should always be guided by your knowledge of your target audience and the purpose of your site. Still, it is helpful to understand the environment and to know how others are maneuvering within it.
This section looks at the range of monitor resolutions and presents the current wisdom on making appropriate design decisions.
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