Icon Design Technology & Digital Applications 2

Question 1

Which file format is best suited for an icon that must scale from 16px to 512px without quality loss?

Accepted Answer

SVG

Answer

SVG is a vector format that scales infinitely without losing quality, making it ideal for multi-size icon use.

Question 2

What does the term 'pixel density' refer to in the context of icon design for screens?

Accepted Answer

The number of pixels per inch (PPI) on a display

Answer

Pixel density (PPI) measures how many pixels fit per inch on a display, affecting how sharp icons appear.

Question 3

When designing icons for a Retina (2x) display, what should you do to ensure sharpness?

Accepted Answer

Export at double the intended display size

Answer

Retina displays use 2x pixel density, so exporting at double the display size ensures crisp rendering.

Question 4

Which color mode should icon assets be in for screen/digital display output?

Accepted Answer

RGB

Answer

RGB (Red, Green, Blue) is the color mode used for digital screens, while CMYK is for print.

Question 5

What is the purpose of an icon sprite sheet in web development?

Accepted Answer

To combine multiple icons into one image file to reduce HTTP requests

Answer

A sprite sheet combines many icons into a single image, reducing the number of server requests and improving load speed.

Icon Design Practice Test