Easy Website Mobile and Responsive Design Browser Test

We build websites with a mobile-first strategy and fully responsive design.

(mobile devices) represent the largest user group and are often less capable than full computers.

Mobile-first is the design process of prioritizing small, low power devices. We consider these devices first because they represent the largest user group and are often less capable than full computers.

Responsive design is the process of optimizing the website for all screen sizes and devices. We even consider the experience as a user may resize their browser window or transition between multiple devices.

How to use basic browser functionality to test any website for responsive and mobile design

Testing for responsive design is easy and can be done from any standard desktop browser. A desktop browser is perfect for testing responsive design because it allows you to resize the window easily. It is always good practice to also test with real devices when possible.

How to test a website mobile design

Open an incognito window to ensure no browser extensions affect evaluation. Then access the developer tools through browser menu or keyboard shortcut. Next click the "Toggle Device Toolbar." Proceed to use the website as intended and make note of any changes you would like see.

Steps to test a website mobile design

• open an incognito browser with keyboard shortcut - Ctrl + N

• Open developer tools with keyboard shortcut - Ctrl + Shift + I

• Switch to Mobile view with keyboard shortcut Ctrl + Shift + M

• Select the test device from the drop-down menu (default is Moto G4)

• Reload the page with a keyboard shortcut - Ctrl + R

• Test website functionality as designed

• Make note of any experienced points of friction

How to test a website responsive design

Open an incognito window to ensure no browser extensions affect evaluation. Resize the browser the the smallest width available, then reload the page. Gradually increase the browser width as you inspect each section. Observe how the layout changes and check to ensure all the content is usable. Proceed to use the website as intended and make note of any changes you would like see.

Steps to test a website responsive design

• open an incognito browser with keyboard shortcut - Ctrl + N

• Reduce the browser window width to the smallest setting

• Reload the page with a keyboard shortcut - Ctrl + R

• Gradually increase the browser width as you inspect each section

• Observe how the layout changes and check to ensure all the content is usable

• Make note of any experienced points of friction