Free Daily Tip Templates for Design Groups

Tired of trying to keep your design community inspired every day? Daily tips are a simple way to provide instant value, spark conversation, and keep members coming back. This template library makes it effortless to share bite-sized, actionable advice that designers can use right away.

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Why This Works

Daily tips are powerful because they fit seamlessly into your members' routines. Designers are busy and appreciate advice that is quick to read and easy to implement, making them more likely to engage and return. By delivering small, actionable wins, you build trust and position your community as a go-to resource for practical support.

Consistent daily tips also encourage a habit of participation. Even quieter members may check in for today's advice, gradually building their confidence and involvement. Over time, this regular cadence boosts engagement, strengthens community bonds, and keeps your group top-of-mind.

40 Ready-to-Use Templates

1

Try using only two colors in your next design to challenge your creativity.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Try using only two colors in your next design to challenge your creativity."

๐ŸŸก Medium Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Average #color #challenge
2

Set a timer for 15 minutes and sketch as many ideas as you can. See what pops up!

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Set a timer for 15 minutes and sketch as many ideas as you can. See what pops up!"

๐Ÿ”ด High Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Average #brainstorm #time-management
3

Switch up your font choice today and see how it changes your design mood.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Switch up your font choice today and see how it changes your design mood."

๐ŸŸก Medium Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Average #typography #experiment
4

Pick one piece of feedback from your last project and try applying it today.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Pick one piece of feedback from your last project and try applying it today."

๐ŸŸก Medium Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Frequent #feedback #reflection
5

Reduce clutter by removing one unnecessary element from your current design.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Reduce clutter by removing one unnecessary element from your current design."

๐Ÿ”ด High Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Average #minimalism #editing
6

Test your design in grayscale to check if it still communicates well.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Test your design in grayscale to check if it still communicates well."

๐ŸŸก Medium Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Frequent #color #accessibility
7

Take a five-minute break to look at your work with fresh eyes.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Take a five-minute break to look at your work with fresh eyes."

๐ŸŸข Low Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Lurker #productivity #mindset
8

Share one design resource you discovered this week in the comments.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Share one design resource you discovered this week in the comments."

๐Ÿ”ด High Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Top #community #resources
9

Try aligning all your elements to one edge for a cleaner look.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Try aligning all your elements to one edge for a cleaner look."

๐ŸŸก Medium Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Average #layout #clean-design
10

Ask a non-designer friend what they see first in your layout. Surprises await!

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Ask a non-designer friend what they see first in your layout. Surprises await!"

๐Ÿ”ด High Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Irregular #usability #feedback
11

Use a grid to organize your next design for instant balance.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Use a grid to organize your next design for instant balance."

๐ŸŸก Medium Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Average #grid #structure
12

Pick a random object in your room and redesign its logo just for fun.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Pick a random object in your room and redesign its logo just for fun."

๐Ÿ”ด High Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Frequent #logo #creativity
13

Limit yourself to one typeface for your next post. Notice how it affects your design.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Limit yourself to one typeface for your next post. Notice how it affects your design."

๐ŸŸก Medium Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Average #typography #challenge
14

Before exporting, zoom out to 10 percent to check overall balance.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Before exporting, zoom out to 10 percent to check overall balance."

๐ŸŸข Low Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Lurker #workflow #quality-control
15

Try using white space to draw attention to your main message.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Try using white space to draw attention to your main message."

๐ŸŸก Medium Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Average #white-space #focus
16

Find and follow a new designer who inspires you today.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Find and follow a new designer who inspires you today."

๐Ÿ”ด High Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Irregular #inspiration #networking
17

Tweak one icon in your set to make it more unique.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Tweak one icon in your set to make it more unique."

๐ŸŸก Medium Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Frequent #icons #customization
18

Check your design at different screen sizes for better responsiveness.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Check your design at different screen sizes for better responsiveness."

๐ŸŸก Medium Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Average #responsive #testing
19

Share a screenshot of your current project and ask for one quick tip.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Share a screenshot of your current project and ask for one quick tip."

๐Ÿ”ด High Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Top #feedback #sharing
20

Use only icons, no text, in your next button design to see how clear it is.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Use only icons, no text, in your next button design to see how clear it is."

๐Ÿ”ด High Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Frequent #icons #usability
21

Look for inspiration outside of design today. Try nature or architecture.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Look for inspiration outside of design today. Try nature or architecture."

๐ŸŸก Medium Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Irregular #inspiration #creativity
22

Organize your desktop or files for five minutes to boost your workflow.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Organize your desktop or files for five minutes to boost your workflow."

๐ŸŸข Low Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Lurker #organization #workflow
23

Try out a new design tool or plugin and share your experience.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Try out a new design tool or plugin and share your experience."

๐Ÿ”ด High Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Frequent #tools #experiment
24

Review your last project and write down one thing you would do differently.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Review your last project and write down one thing you would do differently."

๐ŸŸก Medium Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Average #reflection #growth
25

Ask for feedback from someone outside your usual circle.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Ask for feedback from someone outside your usual circle."

๐ŸŸก Medium Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Irregular #feedback #networking
26

Pick a random color and design around it today.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Pick a random color and design around it today."

๐ŸŸก Medium Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Average #color #challenge
27

Use contrast to highlight the most important part of your layout.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Use contrast to highlight the most important part of your layout."

๐ŸŸก Medium Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Average #contrast #focus
28

Try animating one element in your design for added interest.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Try animating one element in your design for added interest."

๐Ÿ”ด High Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Frequent #animation #engagement
29

Ask yourself if every element on your page has a purpose.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Ask yourself if every element on your page has a purpose."

๐ŸŸข Low Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Lurker #editing #reflection
30

Set a small design goal for today and share your progress below.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Set a small design goal for today and share your progress below."

๐Ÿ”ด High Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Top #goal-setting #motivation
31

Use a new texture or pattern in your work and see what it adds.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Use a new texture or pattern in your work and see what it adds."

๐ŸŸก Medium Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Average #texture #experiment
32

Share a quick tip that helped you improve your workflow this week.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Share a quick tip that helped you improve your workflow this week."

๐Ÿ”ด High Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Top #workflow #community
33

Try using a design template and customize it to make it your own.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Try using a design template and customize it to make it your own."

๐ŸŸก Medium Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Irregular #templates #customization
34

Limit your next social post to just three words. How does it change your design choices?

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Limit your next social post to just three words. How does it change your design choices?"

๐Ÿ”ด High Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Frequent #copywriting #challenge
35

Organize your color palette for easier reuse in future projects.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Organize your color palette for easier reuse in future projects."

๐ŸŸข Low Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Lurker #color #organization
36

Ask a peer to review your design for accessibility today.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Ask a peer to review your design for accessibility today."

๐ŸŸก Medium Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Average #accessibility #review
37

Try creating a mood board for your next project for added clarity.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Try creating a mood board for your next project for added clarity."

๐ŸŸก Medium Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Average #mood-board #planning
38

Experiment with negative space to see how it changes your design's impact.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Experiment with negative space to see how it changes your design's impact."

๐ŸŸก Medium Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Average #negative-space #impact
39

Share your favorite shortcut or time-saving technique for design work.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Share your favorite shortcut or time-saving technique for design work."

๐Ÿ”ด High Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Top #productivity #community
40

Before finalizing, check your design for consistent spacing between elements.

๐Ÿ’ก Example: "Before finalizing, check your design for consistent spacing between elements."

๐ŸŸข Low Engagement Barrier ๐Ÿ‘ค Lurker #spacing #quality-control

How to Use These Templates

Pick a template that fits your community's interests and post it at a consistent time each day. Pair your tip with a relevant image or example to increase impact. Encourage members to share their results or add their own suggestions in the comments. Rotate through different themes like creativity, workflow, or tools to keep your tips fresh and relevant.

Best Practices

  • Keep tips concise so members can absorb them quickly.
  • Vary your topics to cover different design disciplines and interests.
  • Use practical language and real-world examples.
  • Encourage members to share experiences or results in the comments.
  • Post at the same time daily to build anticipation.

All Platforms Tips

On all platforms, use clear formatting to make tips stand out, such as bolding key phrases, using emojis for emphasis, or pairing with visuals. Adjust your posting schedule to match your community's peak activity times. Engage with replies to foster conversation and make members feel heard.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Daily Tip in a design community?

A Daily Tip is a short, actionable piece of design advice shared with the community each day to inspire and help members improve their skills.

How do I choose which Daily Tip to post?

Select tips that match your community's interests or current themes. Rotate topics to keep content fresh and relevant.

How long should a Daily Tip be?

Keep it under three sentences so members can quickly read and apply the advice without feeling overwhelmed.

Can I ask members to share their own tips?

Absolutely. Inviting members to contribute their own tips increases participation and strengthens the community.

How do I encourage engagement with Daily Tips?

Add a call to action or ask members to share their results and experiences in the comments.

Are these tips suitable for all experience levels?

Yes, the tips are designed to be accessible and useful for both beginners and experienced designers.

Should I include images or examples with Daily Tips?

Including visuals or examples can make tips more engaging and easier to understand, especially on visual platforms.

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