My Role Graphic Designer
Project for Swivl
Timeline 7 Days (2023)
Tools Used Adobe Illustrator, Figma, Photoshop
Our goal was to create one sheet that can be taped to the front of the screen when you open the box of the Pulse device that can easily describe everything you need.
Moodboard
Research
Here are some examples of well-designed printed manuals:
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Apple's product manuals: Apple is known for its sleek and minimalist designs, and its product manuals are no exception. The company's manuals feature high-quality photographs, clear instructions, and a clean layout that is easy to follow.
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The Moleskine Notebook User Guide: Moleskine is a popular brand of notebooks, and its user guide is a great example of a well-designed manual. The guide features high-quality photographs, clear instructions, and a clean, modern layout.
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The IKEA assembly instructions: IKEA is known for its flat-pack furniture, and its assembly instructions are a great example of how to design a manual that is easy to follow. The instructions feature clear diagrams, simple instructions, and an easy-to-read layout.
...etc
“Around the same time, while I was low on cash but had a discerning aesthetic, I picked up some IKEA furniture and discovered another shining example of good design: IKEA’s instruction manuals. Printed without words, using only simple illustrations, these assembly instructions were an inspiration. Making the complex clear and making the seemingly impossible possible, these simple guidelines seemed the underdog of influence. They allow us total agency over our most intimate user experience — our home.”
— Liz Danzico, Product and Design Executive, Educator
How Ikea’s Assembly Instructions Champion Universal Design
Why You Love That Ikea Table, Even If It's Crooked
First concepts
After several discussions and experiments, we concluded that a linear format would be more conducive to printing for a large number of devices.
Final variant
On the front page, you can find an introduction detailing the contents of the box and instructions on how to Power On the device.
The back page is dedicated entirely to the remote control.
Next steps
We decided to simplify it by having only the logo on the front page of the manual, with all the details shown on the other side.
Delighted to see our device ready to journey to our first users. 😊
Summary
Creating the manual for our device encompassed several pivotal steps and choices. Initially, our focus was on establishing a style that would be practical and user-friendly. Following discussions, we opted for a linear format, ideal for printing across different devices.
Our overarching goal throughout the design process was to fashion a manual that was intuitive, informative, and easily accessible to users. By emphasizing simplicity and functionality, we aimed to ensure that the manual seamlessly complemented the user experience of the device.