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Breakpoints in Responsive Design: What & Why

Summary: Breakpoints determine when a webpage may adjust to different layouts. They help designers (and developers) maintain layout consistency across multiple screen sizes, orientations, and devices.

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Breakpoints in Responsive Design

Breakpoints determine when a webpage may adjust to different layouts. They help designers (and developers) maintain layout consistency across multiple screen sizes, orientations, and devices.

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Kelley Gordon is the Director of Product at Nielsen Norman Group. She plays a crucial role in driving the success of NN/g’s digital products, including the strategy, design, development, and management of it.

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