أهمية استخدام الأيقونات التوضيحية بدل النصوص الطويلة داخل المتجر

Sahl Wednesday,12 Nov 2025

In today's e-commerce world, speed and simplicity are key.

Customers don't have time to read lengthy texts or detailed instructions, especially when browsing on their mobile devices.

This is where icons come in, helping you condense long sentences into simple and clear symbols.

Using icons has become an essential part of modern store design because they combine aesthetics and functionality.

1️⃣ Icons summarize meaning and quickly convey ideas.

Instead of writing "Free Delivery," use a truck icon.

Instead of "Cash on Delivery," use a money symbol.

The eye picks up on the symbol faster than the word, allowing customers to understand the content without reading.

This makes the browsing experience faster and easier, especially on smaller screens.

2️⃣ They reduce visual clutter in the store.

Too much text distracts and bores customers quickly.

But icons add visual organization, making the page neat and balanced.

Conveying information through an icon instead of a whole line contributes to user comfort. 3️⃣ Enhances the professional look of your store. Icons don't just provide information; they add a touch of sophisticated design.

When icon design is consistent with the store's colors and identity, it conveys a sense of professionalism and increases customer trust.

In Saudi Arabia, customers can now distinguish good stores at a glance, as every detail matters.

4️⃣ Serves customers who browse quickly or speak different languages. Icons are a universal language.

Even if your customer isn't an Arabic speaker, an icon conveys the meaning directly.

This is especially important if your store serves visitors from outside the Kingdom or from different age groups.

This way, you serve more customers without increasing the text size or cluttering the page.

5️⃣ Encourages in-store interaction. A simple symbol like a shopping cart, a heart, or a downward arrow encourages customers to interact with the page without hesitation.

An icon clearly indicates the desired action, which increases click-through rates and improves the user experience.

6️⃣ Use icons thoughtfully and sparingly. The key is balance.

Too many icons can be confusing, just like long texts, so use them wisely:
- Icons dedicated to key features (payment, shipping, exchange)
- Clear and familiar symbols
- Colors that match your store's identity. This way, you convey information with minimal visual effort.

7️⃣ The “Sahl” platform offers a built-in professional icon library.
The Sahl platform helps e-commerce store owners in Saudi Arabia design attractive and user-friendly interfaces using a vast library of ready-made icons.

With it, you can:
- Add icons alongside text
- Easily customize color and size
- Arrange elements harmoniously
- Maintain website speed without slowing down pages. This ensures a smooth and enjoyable user experience that makes browsing enjoyable for customers.

Illustrative icons are not just aesthetically pleasing… they are a modern design language that conveys information quickly and enhances store clarity.

Saudi customers appreciate simplicity and clarity, and using icons provides a comfortable experience that encourages them to return to your store repeatedly. With easy tools, you can design a professional interface that combines beauty and ease of use, making your store stand out from the rest at first glance.