Responsiveness - what does that mean?

Responsiveness, often "responsive", can often be found in website templates. We explain the meaning and what the whole thing has to look for on the Internet.

Responsiveness / responsive - the meaning:

Responsiveness is a characteristic of web design. Responsive websites automatically adapt to the device used. This means that the website is no longer rigid and maintains its arrangement on every device.

• Depending on the device, the website width, the menu bar or the website use by mouse or touch automatically adjusts to the device so that the website and its content are always displayed optimally.
• So if you use your smartphone to go to a homepage that has a responsive design, you will find that the page is narrower than on your computer.
• With responsive design, even individual elements can be hidden if you use a mobile device such as a tablet or a smartphone.

In the next practical tip, we will tell you how to create a responsive website using templates.