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The underrated UX tool: Sound

ISD Team

09 Jul 2025

Positive young African American female student with earphones and folder using mobile phone in park

Microinteractions — the small, often unnoticed elements in digital products — play a crucial role in shaping user experience. From a soft confirmation click to a brief haptic vibration, they help guide users, deliver feedback, and foster emotional engagement. Yet one powerful component is frequently overlooked: sound.

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