Introduction to Common CSS Styles

This document outlines the foundational CSS styles used across the MSDN platform to ensure a consistent and user-friendly experience. We aim for a clean, modern aesthetic that prioritizes readability and accessibility.

Typography

We use the Segoe UI font family for its excellent readability on Windows systems and broad availability. Standard font sizes and line heights are maintained for optimal reading flow.

• Headings (h1, h2) are used to structure content logically.
• Paragraphs (p) utilize a comfortable line height for extended reading.
• Links (a) are clearly distinguishable and provide visual feedback on hover.

Layout and Spacing

A responsive grid system and consistent padding are employed to create visually appealing and well-organized layouts. The main content is typically contained within a .container class, which centers content and applies a subtle shadow.

Color Palette

Our primary color is a vibrant Microsoft Blue (#0078d4), used for branding, primary actions, and key UI elements. Accent colors are used sparingly to highlight important information.

Code Snippets

Code examples are presented in a distinct pre block with a monospaced font for clarity and readability. Syntax highlighting can be applied using JavaScript, but the basic styling ensures legibility even without it.

function greet(name) {
    console.log(`Hello, ${name}!`);
}
greet("World");
            

Forms

Form elements are styled for clarity and ease of use. Labels are clearly associated with their inputs, and buttons provide clear visual cues.

Name:

Email:

Message:

Submit

Interactivity

CSS transitions and hover effects are used to provide subtle visual feedback to user interactions, enhancing the overall user experience without being distracting.