Solid Vs. Outline Icons: Which Are Faster to Recognize?

When building a mobile app, there comes a time when you have to decide whether to use solid or outline icons. Which style is better for user experience?

Some think the difference between them is just a matter of preference, but research shows there’s more to it than that–one style has a faster recognition rate than the other.

Knowing when to use solid or outline icons will make it easy for your users to navigate your mobile app. They’ll be able to recognize your icons faster and select the right options.

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There’s a good and bad way to design user interfaces. Our publication shows you which way gives the best user experience. https://uxmovement.com

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UX Movement

There’s a good and bad way to design user interfaces. Our publication shows you which way gives the best user experience. https://uxmovement.com