Digital publication applications (apps) are software applications used to deliver branded business communications and content. They vary in their specific purpose and execution, and are typically designed to present a look and style consistent with the identity of a particular brand. The design and construction activities for digital publication apps are typically carried out by firms that specialize in this area or, less commonly, completed in-house.

Overview

Typically designed for

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platforms, digital publication apps tend to incorporate elements of

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"Design Decisions for Digital Publishing Apps"
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platform, they support the various user navigation capabilities of the

such as touch, swipe, and gesture support. Certain digital publication apps also make use of the iPad’s

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and

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to affect navigation through physical user movement.

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