Struggling to spark fun and effortless interactions in your graphic design community? Our This or That templates make engagement easy with quick, playful questions. Give your members a reason to jump in and share their design preferences in seconds.
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This or That prompts are effective because they lower the barrier to participation. Members only need to make a simple choice, making it easy for even the shyest lurkers to join the conversation. The lighthearted nature of these questions keeps the mood casual and welcoming.
In creative communities like graphic design, these prompts tap into personal style and opinions, encouraging members to reveal their unique tastes. This relatability fosters connections and inspires further discussion. Plus, seeing others' choices often sparks friendly debates and deeper engagement, building a lively community atmosphere.
Minimalist or maximalist design style - which do you prefer?
💡 Example: "Minimalist or maximalist design style - which do you prefer?"
Serif or sans-serif fonts - what is your go-to?
💡 Example: "Serif or sans-serif fonts - what is your go-to?"
Bright colors or muted palettes - which do you usually pick?
💡 Example: "Bright colors or muted palettes - which do you usually pick?"
Photoshop or Illustrator - if you could only use one?
💡 Example: "Photoshop or Illustrator - if you could only use one?"
Freelance or agency work - which do you enjoy more?
💡 Example: "Freelance or agency work - which do you enjoy more?"
Vector or raster graphics - which do you use more often?
💡 Example: "Vector or raster graphics - which do you use more often?"
Flat design or skeuomorphic - which catches your eye?
💡 Example: "Flat design or skeuomorphic - which catches your eye?"
Working with a mouse or a pen tablet - what is your preference?
💡 Example: "Working with a mouse or a pen tablet - what is your preference?"
Designing logos or posters - which do you find more fun?
💡 Example: "Designing logos or posters - which do you find more fun?"
Early morning or late night design sessions?
💡 Example: "Early morning or late night design sessions?"
Client work or personal projects - what motivates you more?
💡 Example: "Client work or personal projects - what motivates you more?"
Strict grids or freeform layouts?
💡 Example: "Strict grids or freeform layouts?"
Designing for print or digital - which do you prefer?
💡 Example: "Designing for print or digital - which do you prefer?"
Quick sketches or detailed mockups - what is your usual process?
💡 Example: "Quick sketches or detailed mockups - what is your usual process?"
Inspiration from nature or inspiration from technology?
💡 Example: "Inspiration from nature or inspiration from technology?"
Working in silence or with music?
💡 Example: "Working in silence or with music?"
Stock images or custom illustrations - which do you use more?
💡 Example: "Stock images or custom illustrations - which do you use more?"
Animated GIFs or static images - for social posts?
💡 Example: "Animated GIFs or static images - for social posts?"
Black and white or full color - what do you pick for drama?
💡 Example: "Black and white or full color - what do you pick for drama?"
Design solo or collaborate with others?
💡 Example: "Design solo or collaborate with others?"
Mood boards or jumping straight into designing?
💡 Example: "Mood boards or jumping straight into designing?"
Hand lettering or digital typography?
💡 Example: "Hand lettering or digital typography?"
Monochrome or rainbow gradients - what is your vibe?
💡 Example: "Monochrome or rainbow gradients - what is your vibe?"
Designing for web or designing for mobile?
💡 Example: "Designing for web or designing for mobile?"
Templates or starting from scratch?
💡 Example: "Templates or starting from scratch?"
InDesign or Canva - for quick layouts?
💡 Example: "InDesign or Canva - for quick layouts?"
Bold graphics or subtle details - which stands out to you?
💡 Example: "Bold graphics or subtle details - which stands out to you?"
Designing with a deadline or open-ended creativity?
💡 Example: "Designing with a deadline or open-ended creativity?"
Big bold headlines or understated captions?
💡 Example: "Big bold headlines or understated captions?"
Retro vibes or futuristic feels - which inspires you more?
💡 Example: "Retro vibes or futuristic feels - which inspires you more?"
Mockups or live prototypes - what is your go-to for presentations?
💡 Example: "Mockups or live prototypes - what is your go-to for presentations?"
Learning from tutorials or experimenting on your own?
💡 Example: "Learning from tutorials or experimenting on your own?"
Mood lighting or bright workspace - what helps you design?
💡 Example: "Mood lighting or bright workspace - what helps you design?"
Paper sketchbook or digital tablet for brainstorming?
💡 Example: "Paper sketchbook or digital tablet for brainstorming?"
Custom icons or stock icons - which do you prefer in UI design?
💡 Example: "Custom icons or stock icons - which do you prefer in UI design?"
Feedback from peers or clients - which helps you grow?
💡 Example: "Feedback from peers or clients - which helps you grow?"
Strict brand guidelines or creative freedom?
💡 Example: "Strict brand guidelines or creative freedom?"
Design challenges or self-directed projects?
💡 Example: "Design challenges or self-directed projects?"
Clean white backgrounds or textured backgrounds?
💡 Example: "Clean white backgrounds or textured backgrounds?"
Favorite tool - lasso or pen tool?
💡 Example: "Favorite tool - lasso or pen tool?"
Organized layers or everything on one layer?
💡 Example: "Organized layers or everything on one layer?"
Share your answer and tell us why you picked it!
💡 Example: "Share your answer and tell us why you picked it!"
To use these templates, simply select a prompt and post it as a standalone question or in your regular engagement threads. Rotate through different topics to keep things fresh and appealing to a wide range of members. Encourage members to not only pick a side but also share why they chose it for extra interaction. Consider using images for visual impact, but text-only works great too. Consistency is key, so aim to share a This or That prompt weekly or during low-engagement times.
These templates are designed for all platforms. On forums or Facebook Groups, post as a new thread and pin for visibility. On Instagram, use Stories with poll stickers for instant feedback. In Slack or Discord, post in a dedicated channel or as a regular icebreaker. Always monitor comments to encourage further replies and acknowledge participation.
Feature direct comparisons like 'Vector art in Illustrator or raster art in Photoshop?' to encourage designers to share their preferred tools and techniques. Encourage members to explain why they favor one workflow over the other, which can lead to in-depth discussions about project types, file formats, and design efficiency.
Create visually engaging posts showcasing examples of each trend and ask members to choose their favorite. Follow up with questions about usability, brand fit, and client feedback on these styles to encourage critical analysis and knowledge sharing within the community.
Anticipate strong preferences by framing posts as opportunities to discuss context, such as 'Serif vs. sans-serif for branding projects.' Moderate discussions to ensure constructive feedback, and invite members to share real-world examples or client stories to deepen the conversation.
Absolutely! Use prompts like 'Print design projects or digital-only campaigns?' to spark dialogue about technical challenges, color management (CMYK vs. RGB), and the designer's role in each medium. Encourage members to share specific experiences or portfolio pieces.
Pose scenarios familiar to designers—like 'Multiple client revisions or full creative autonomy?'—to validate shared industry experiences. Encourage members to exchange tips for managing client expectations and maintaining design quality under varying feedback conditions.
Rotate between topics like 'Wireframe-first or jump into high-fidelity mockups?' for UI/UX pros, and 'Hand-drawn illustration vs. stock graphics?' for traditional designers. Occasionally blend the two by discussing areas of overlap, such as 'Designing for accessibility vs. pure aesthetics,' to foster cross-disciplinary engagement.
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