Application of contemporary cloud-based design tools in web interface
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.30857/2617-0272.2026.1.8Keywords:
UI design, Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, digital interfaces, design systems, graphic editorAbstract
The relevance of this study is determined by the rapid development of the digital environment and the increasing demands placed on the quality of user interfaces, which require the effective use of contemporary graphic design tools in web design practices. The purpose of the study was to provide a comprehensive analysis of the role of the platforms Figma, Adobe XD, and Sketch in web interface development processes and their impact on task efficiency, design speed, the level of collaboration, and the development of design systems. This purpose was achieved through an integrated approach combining theoretical analysis, case studies, and an empirical experiment with a student learning group. Key characteristics of the tools were analysed, their effectiveness in performing typical project tasks was evaluated, and their impact on productivity and interface quality was assessed. The study established that contemporary graphic editors substantially transform professional User Interface design practice by ensuring scalability, consistency, and efficiency of digital products. Successful examples of tool application in e-commerce, healthcare services, educational platforms, and SaaS solutions were analysed. The advantages of cloud-based collaboration, integration with other software ecosystems, and support for accessibility standards were identified. Based on empirical data, recommendations were formulated regarding the selection of tools depending on project requirements, and potential risks of excessive design standardisation were outlined. The findings may be used by designers, front-end developers, managers, and educators to optimise User Interface processes, enhance team productivity, and improve the quality of web interfaces.
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