It has been ten years since Wikipedia received a design overhaul, but that is all about to change. Wikipedia is getting a design overhaul, and with this update, users will be able to navigate the website with more ease than ever before. This design update is sure to improve the user experience and make it easier for people to access the information they need. In this blog post, we’ll look at what this design overhaul entails and why it is important for Wikipedia.
The new design
Wikipedia, one of the most visited sites in the world, has been stuck with the same look and layout since 2003. That’s all about to change, as the online encyclopedia is finally getting a design overhaul. The new design is slightly more modern and minimalist, taking cues from some of the more popular websites on the web. There are two big features of note.
The first is the new table of contents sidebar, which makes it easier to navigate between articles and search for specific topics. This sidebar is a welcome addition for anyone who’s ever spent too much time looking for something on Wikipedia.
The second big change is the new language drop-down inline, which makes it easy to switch between different languages. Although Wikipedia was previously criticized for being unrealistic with its language options, this new feature should make it more accessible to everyone.
Additionally, Wikipedia is changing its default font-size, which should make the text easier to read. We can also expect the mobile site to be updated in the future to match the desktop design. With the new design, it’s clear that Wikipedia is finally ready to enter the 21st century!
What’s staying the same
Even though there are some minor cosmetic changes, Wikipedia’s fundamental look and feel remains the same. It is also keeping the same font size and mobile site design, although we can expect the mobile site to be updated in 2033.
Why this is a big deal
These updates are long overdue, as Wikipedia has not changed its design in over a decade. With these changes in place, we can expect the mobile site to be updated in 2033 to better accommodate the increasing number of mobile users. In any case, this redesign is sure to make Wikipedia much more user-friendly and accessible, making it an even better resource for anyone looking to learn something new.
How to switch to the new design
Switching to the new design is easy: all you have to do is visit Wikipedia’s homepage and click on the ‘Try the new design’ link. If you’re not quite ready to make the switch, you can also choose to opt out for now.