Infographics have come a long way. But where did infographics come from and how did they get to be so popular? Infographics, by definition, mean images that share information in visual ways. When you break it down like that, so many pieces in our history actually qualify as infographics. Let’s take a little trip back …
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Have you ever found yourself squinting hard while reading too small instructions in your coffee maker manual? Or have you had problems filling out an insurance claim form online due to unreadable fonts and technical language? How about the image below? What do you make of it? Imagine if the labels “high” and “medium-high” are …
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Creating an infographic for your nonprofit organization or business is a great way to boost awareness, increase conversions, and generally entertain and attract viewers. But while we get caught up in creating the most amazing infographic possible, we often forget one tiny yet critical detail — the call to action. If you’re unsure of what a …
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Teachers, media specialists, and educators of all kinds know that using visuals is one of the most effective learning aids they can use with students. No matter how old students are or what individual skills they have, visuals drive the point home and make ideas easier to remember. Read on to understand why infographics and …
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March 8 is almost here and it means one thing — International Women’s Day (IWD) is just around the corner! The goal is to celebrate the cultural, economic, and socio-political achievements of women while also raising awareness for significant improvements towards gender equality. IWD has been celebrated since the early 1900s. Although we’ve made great …
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Are you about to make a pie chart but you’re unsure if it’s the right chart to effectively convey your message? Quick fact: most of the time, a pie chart isn’t the best format! What if there’s a better way to communicate your information and share your story? You may not be aware of it …
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If you’re new to making infographics or have only used them a few times, you may be wondering what exactly you can do with them once you create them. Creating an infographic is half the battle. You also want everyone to see your awesome work, right? How to share your infographics Using Easelly’s infographic templates is …
Every so often, we feature Easelly users whose infographic creation or advocacy caught our eye on social media. We’re starting 2019 by putting the spotlight on Kristofer Orre, a Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA) for the Los Gatos Saratoga Union High School District. As a native Californian living in the Santa Cruz Mountains, Kristofer’s currently on …
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Besides the actual content, visual elements, and structure of your infographic, another important aspect of an infographic succeeding (e.g. being seen and spread) is by making it relevant. One way to make it relevant is to make it timely. So, if the holiday ads in October and November weren’t enough for you, here are a …
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“A teacher who loves learning earns the right and the ability to help others learn.” – Ruth Beechick, An Easy Start in Arithmetic, Grades K-3 Every month or so, we feature Easelly users whose infographic creation or advocacy caught our eye on social media. For this month, we’re putting the spotlight on geologist turned math and science …
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Take a moment to imagine a world without signs and symbols — from universal icons such as hearts and smileys to Facebook’s thumbs-up sign. Will there be confusion and chaos? Or do you think humans will find other ways to communicate? According to literary theorist Kenneth Burke, humans are symbols-based species. In his Theory of …
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Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and we’d like to take this opportunity to say thank you to Easelly users and customers around the world who left wonderful, honest reviews on G2! Why is that so? Today, we’re thrilled to share that G2 recognized Easelly as a leader in design software for small businesses to mid-sized …
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