Web Design & UX

Wireframe

Quick Definition

A wireframe is a low-fidelity skeletal layout of a page showing structure and content placement without final design or styling.

In context

Wireframes communicate information hierarchy and layout decisions before design investment. Useful for stakeholder alignment, content planning, and SEO content brief development.

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