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Every guide on the site, grouped by topic. 149 articles and counting.
Planning and Design
How exhibits are planned, written and built.
Design Process
- From Concept to Reality: The Process of Designing Digital Exhibits
- 10 Essential Tools for Creating Engaging Digital Exhibits
- Attract Screens and Idle Modes
- Creating Engaging Digital Exhibits: Strategies for Success
- Digital Exhibits and the Science of Attention-Grabbing Design
- Digital Exhibits and the Science of User Experience Design
- From Theory to Practice: The Application of Digital Exhibit Design Principles
- Paper Prototypes for Exhibit Interfaces
- The Art of Digital Exhibit Curation: Selecting and Displaying Content
- The Art of Digital Exhibit Design: Balancing Form and Function
- The Art of Digital Exhibit Writing: Crafting Compelling Content
- Wayfinding on Screens and in Galleries
Scale and Setting
Visitors
Designing for people and what they take away.
Visitors and Access
- Designing Digital Exhibits for Accessibility and Inclusive Design
- Designing Digital Exhibits for Accessibility and Inclusivity
- Designing Digital Exhibits for Digital Natives and Emerging Technologies
- Designing Digital Exhibits for Emotional Connection and Empathy
- Designing Digital Exhibits for Emotional Intelligence and Empathy
- Designing Digital Exhibits for Gamification and Engagement
- Designing Digital Exhibits for Mobile Devices: Considerations and Best Practices
- Digital Exhibits and the Power of Interactivity and Participation
- Language Switching in Exhibit Interfaces
- Touch Target Size and Spacing
Learning and Stories
- The Impact of Digital Exhibits on Visitor Behavior and Learning Outcomes
- Digital Exhibits and the Power of Collaborative Design
- Digital Exhibits and the Power of Collaborative Storytelling
- Digital Exhibits and the Power of Storytelling in Museum Contexts
- The Impact of Digital Exhibits on Visitor Engagement and Retention
Accessibility in Practice
- Color Contrast and Legibility on Exhibit Screens
- Captions and Sign Language Options in Galleries
- Cognitive Accessibility and Simple Navigation
- Designing for Low Vision Visitors
- Hearing Loops and Support for Hard of Hearing Visitors
- Plain Language for Exhibit Text
- Reach Ranges and Screen Height for Wheelchair Users
- Screen Reader Support in Exhibit Interfaces
- Sensory Friendly Exhibit Design
- Tactile Alternatives and Touchable Models
Audience Groups
- Exhibit Media for Young Children
- Designing for Families Using Exhibits Together
- First Time Visitors and Returning Members
- Local Communities as Exhibit Audiences
- Neurodivergent Visitors and Exhibit Media
- Older Adults and Digital Exhibits
- Researchers and Specialist Users
- School Groups and Classroom Links
- Teenagers as Exhibit Audiences
- Tourists and Multilingual Visitors
Technology and Time
Immersive tools and the history and future of exhibits.
Immersive Technology
- Designing Immersive Digital Exhibits: Best Practices and Trends
- Designing Digital Exhibits for Virtual and Augmented Reality
- Designing Digital Exhibits for Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality
- Motion Comfort in Headset Experiences
- Spatial Audio in Immersive Rooms
- Using Virtual Reality in Digital Exhibits: Opportunities and Challenges
History and Future
- Revolutionizing Museum Experiences: The Rise of Digital Exhibits
- Designing Digital Exhibits for the Future: Emerging Trends and Technologies
- Early Museum Computers and Kiosks
- From Curator to Creator: The Evolution of Digital Exhibit Design
- From Print to Digital: The Evolution of Museum Exhibits and Media
- The Future of Digital Exhibits: Emerging Technologies and Innovations
- The Future of Digital Exhibits: Emerging Trends and Technologies
- The Future of Museum Design: Digital Exhibits and Interactive Displays
Museums and Culture
The practical and cultural side of museum media.
Museums in Practice
- The Benefits of Digital Exhibits for Small Museums and Cultural Institutions
- Digital Exhibits and the Role of Data-Driven Design in Museum Engagement
- Digital Exhibits and the Role of Social Media in Museum Engagement
- Staff Training for Exhibit Media
- The Benefits of Digital Exhibits for Museum Collections and Conservation
- The Benefits of Digital Exhibits for Museum Education and Outreach
- The Benefits of Digital Exhibits for Museum Marketing and Promotion
- The Impact of Digital Exhibits on Museum Attendance and Revenue
- The Impact of Digital Exhibits on Museum Collections and Conservation
Culture and Society
- Digital Exhibits and the Democratization of Art and Culture
- Digital Exhibits and the Democratization of Museum Access
- The Role of Digital Exhibits in Shaping Cultural Narratives
- The Role of Digital Exhibits in Shaping Cultural Policy and Practice
- The Role of Digital Exhibits in Shaping National Identity and Heritage
Evaluation Methods
- Front End Evaluation Before You Build
- Interviews and Focus Groups for Exhibit Feedback
- Measuring Dwell Time at Exhibits
- Observing Visitors in the Gallery
- Prototype Testing With Real Visitors
- Reading Exhibit Analytics Carefully
- Remedial Evaluation: Fixing What Is Already Open
- Setting Goals You Can Evaluate
- Summative Evaluation After Opening
- Writing Good Visitor Surveys
Ethics and Rights
- Visitor Privacy in Interactive Exhibits
- Bias in Collections and Digital Labels
- Consent for Photography and Recording Visitors
- Consulting Source Communities
- Copyright and Image Permissions for Exhibits
- Cultural Safety in Digital Representation
- Handling Sensitive and Distressing Content
- Orphan Works and Unknown Rights Holders
- Returning and Sharing Digital Copies of Cultural Heritage
- Using AI Generated Imagery in Exhibits
Production and Upkeep
Building, installing and maintaining exhibit media.
Hardware and Installation
- Choosing Display Types for Exhibit Spaces
- Acoustics and Sound Bleed Between Exhibits
- Choosing Computers and Media Players for Exhibits
- Cleaning and Hygiene for Shared Touch Surfaces
- Lighting and Screen Glare in Galleries
- Mounting and Enclosures for Public Screens
- Network Planning for Connected Exhibits
- Power and Cabling Basics for Exhibit Media
- Remote Monitoring and Restart Routines
- Touch Calibration and Input Reliability
Content Production
- Photographing Objects for Exhibit Screens
- 3D Scanning Collection Objects
- Animation and Motion Graphics for Explaining Ideas
- Audio Description for Exhibit Visuals
- Image Resolution and File Formats for Displays
- Metadata and Descriptions for Digital Collections
- Producing Short Exhibit Videos
- Recording Oral Histories for Exhibits
- Translating Exhibit Content Well
- Writing Captions and Transcripts for Exhibit Media
Project Delivery
- Writing an Exhibit Media Brief
- Budgeting for a Digital Exhibit
- Documentation and Handover at Launch
- Maintenance Plans for Interactive Exhibits
- Managing Risk in Exhibit Projects
- Preventing Technology Obsolescence
- Procurement and Choosing Outside Suppliers
- Project Timelines and Realistic Schedules
- Team Roles on an Exhibit Media Project
- Working With Volunteers and Small Teams
Formats and Online
The kinds of exhibit media and how they work on the web.
Interactive Formats
- Touchscreen Exhibits: How They Work and Where They Fit
- Audio Guides and Sound Experiences
- Conversational Exhibits and Chat Interfaces
- Interactive Tables and Tabletop Displays
- Kiosks in Museums: Purposes, Layouts and Common Pitfalls
- Motion Sensing and Gesture Interaction
- Projection Mapping for Exhibit Spaces
- QR Codes and Visitor Phones as a Second Screen
- Tangible Interfaces and Physical Objects That Trigger Media
- Video Walls in Galleries: Planning and Content
Online Exhibits
- Planning a Virtual Exhibition for the Web
- Archiving an Online Exhibit After the Show Ends
- Crowdsourcing and Public Contributions Online
- Exhibit Websites That Work on Slow Connections
- Offline Modes for Exhibit Apps
- Online Collection Portals: Search, Browse and Context
- Open Access Images and Online Reuse
- Virtual Tours and 360 Degree Panoramas
- Web Based 3D Object Viewers
- Web Exhibit or Mobile App: Choosing a Delivery Path