Infographics are really a great addition for any blog or for anyone in particular trying to put a message together that is visually pleasing and will effectively give a quick message to their intended audience.
The problem is- infographic creation is getting way out of hand. There are some that are great and take only seconds to get the point. Then, there are also long images chock full of information that would be of better use in a blog post or perhaps even a series of blog articles.
People do not have time to view long articles or even long images. Often, with the fact that there are graphic packages available, people are creating their own infographics that are just messy and hard to read in the order it was intended. On top of that, the fact that anyone with a website today must think about dial-up users and mobile browsing users as these huge images are not necessarily an asset.
Here are some suggestions when creating an infographic.
- Keep the message simple. If it is necessary to include a lot of words, perhaps making a blog post would be best, and then putting together a smaller infographic that will summarize your message. This might be the best method as it uses a couple mediums to convey your message, instead of just one.
- Do not make a huge graphic. Try making your infographic so the reader does not have to scroll on the image. If the infographic requires more, perhaps having an infographic is not best. Maybe a PDF or ebook would be best? Or perhaps, a series of blog posts?
- Space images within the infographic without making it cluttered. Cluttered messages are hard to read and sometimes a there may be no clear order of direction in reading the graphic.
- Choose colors that are pleasing to the eye. If you are unclear about what looks good together, try visiting Colourlovers.com and finding a color palette that is suitable.
- The ifographic’s design can be as fancy or as simple as can be, but you need to make sure that the message is clear and concise.
The K.I.S.S. method is important, so please… for the most effective way of marketing to an audience using infographics… keep it simple!
What other suggestions do you have for people who like to use or create infographics?
These are great tips, what sofware or scripts are the most handy for manking infographics?
I usually rely on Jasc Paint Shop Pro, Corel, or Photoshop for creating infographics.
i am a photoshop user and also making banners, website headers and infographic things.
Really? Corel or photoshop?
I have never thought it could be possible with Corel or Photoshop. I thought you have to subscribe to one expensive software because of what people charge to design one for you
You can do a lot of things in both Corel and Photoshop.
Nile,
you make it so simple.. Iam ashamed that I cannot get even close that “simple”u describe..
As you know I am new and leaning along teh way.. I like what you share, and hope I learn part of it so I can implement in my blog… Sorry I do not have any suggestions YET.. but love to suggest something soon and that way I can let you know I start to do it 🙂
Thanks so mcuh for sharing such a great information to become better of what we do.
nickc
I have to confess to being a big fan of infographics Nile but I concur with what you say some of these graphics are chock full of information and those really defeat the object. I like infographics that hit me with facts at a glance. I really don’t mind the scrolling so much but I appreciate keeping anything above the fold of a web page is preferable to visitors.
Nile Flores – INLOVE
I think the font is very important aswell
Info-graphics are the most brilliant things that go viral every time.
I thought that creating info-graphics is not an easy way.. But it seems so easy after reading your blog post!!
Thanks 🙂
Infographics are not always easy to make if you do not have a clear message. The message comes first. The cool graphics second. I may put together an infographic tutorial in the near future.
Nile, i always save these kind of gems to my ever note reader so i can always keep it in my mind, great points, really people are forgetting the real meaning of infographic, it should always be short & to the point with beautiful pictures 🙂
Thanks for the classy share i am in need of viral activities will try it very shortly cheers
Interestingly, the one time we had professionals help us with an infographic, we ended up doing most of the actual design, coming up with the data to highlight, images, etc. In the end, it probably would have made more sense for us to just use our regular designer or learn to do it ourselves!
Good information about infographic. I’ve always used what I have found in google graphics, so do you feel the investment is actually worth it?
I agree with your ideas. Simple is always better, especially when trying to explain something that can be complicated. Let the visuals do the heavy lifting and throw in some awesome facts to make things fresh.
Nice concept you have highlighted, I’m a visual type of person, I really love reading infographics. Great Infographics contain effective narratives and enlightening content. I like it’s visual presentation and the information is brief so I’m not having a hard time absorbing the details as compare to reading long sentences of an article.
However not all infographics are worth a read. An Inforgraphic that shows nothing but numbers/statistics really bores me.
You know, infographics is very complicated way to put across some facts or information, because it will not equally clear for everybody.
thanks for the tip, i wish you could put up a sample one here so i can see exactly what you mean
Nile,
Well put, with some valuable guidelines. I have never made an infographic and would not know where to begin! But I do agree simplicity would be the best thing. Too much, too busy is not a good thing, as it may detract from what you are trying to get across. I like infographics because I am a visual learner and pictures speak louder than words sometimes.
Have a great day,
Lynn
Thanks Nile, I haven’t tried doing infographics but for sure once I have to, this post will be big help.
it really occur bad effect on this post Matt you have to realize for that, because it will appear bad-will for your post.
I thought it was just me. Infographics seem to EVERYWHERE! I have seen some infographics that were just heavy and duds on information, others were packed with 100 articles worth of information and I’ve often wondered how much do these cost and why? Simple is good. I don’t need a ton of information, niche it for me and just keep it simple. Thanks for validating that thought!1
Hi,
Keeping infographic in a simple way is definitely beneficial for the people who watched it. I like the tips that you have suggested. Definitely helpful. Creating a complex infographic is surely not appreciated. All you need to have a good image with all the necessary points in it and also with a pleasing color in it. Thanks for the share!!
i will surely try thise tips and follow your advice !!
I was just writing blog for my website and want to add infographic to it but unfortunately it seems to harder for me i just hire someone. One thing I want to include in your information that make proper boxes and shape in your infographic. Remaining just thanks to “Nile Flores” who gives basics ideas about infographic
Nile,
Well put, with some valuable pointers. I actually have ne’er created associate infographic and wouldn’t recognize wherever to begin! however I do agree simplicity would be the most effective issue. Too much, too busy isn’t an honest issue, because it could take away from what you’re attempting to induce across. i favor infographics as a result of i’m a visible learner and photos speak louder than words typically.
Have a good day
You really can’t underestimate the value of something simple in terms of capturing someone’s attention or business.
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That’s really a good idea! In making a good infographics it should more simple and can be understand by an ordinary person. It is important that the thought was there and at the same time helpful for a lot of people.
The tips that is discuss in this blog is very useful , It is so much informative .
Well, ‘Too much of anything is always bad’. Like the Kis method!
Yes anything which is in excess should be avoided. Nice words from you also.
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I think infographics were fun when they were fairly new, but now it’s getting a bit oversaturated. They take a long time to create and the return is not really there any longer.
Just an opinion, of course…
Yes Ana they are great if new, it takes much more time but results are great.
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thankyou once again
Rihaaz
Dear Admin
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Rihaaz
Idea of infographics is simple convert data to simple graphic design to add fun and life.
However some are just not making any sense that if you look at their infographic they have more graphics and less information.
there should be a balance between graphics and data
Great tips Nile. Infographic keeps it simple to put forth the most effective message. Thanks for sharing it.
Hello Nile..
Great Tips . Ya infograffics can be very helpful to blogger.As human beings always attract towards image type things,so Simple and effective info graphics can play a very important role in getting readers interest.Thanks for sharing this post.
i like your infographic
and now you give me tips to make it
thanks for it i will try to make it for my desktop background