Where Apple stands out from the rest: its refusal to use exclamation points

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Apple. Sleek design. Fluid user experience. But have you ever noticed something missing from their website? Exclamation points! Those little punctuation firecrackers are noticeably absent, as noted by ZDNet’s Chris Matyszczyk. This seemingly minor detail reflects a larger philosophy about how the company positions itself against its competitors.

 

And it’s seemingly not a random omission, with Apple’s website and marketing materials favoring a more understated tone. Think about it—exclamation points can scream “excitement!” a little too loudly. For a brand like Apple, confident in its design and technological prowess, exclamation points might seem unprofessional, detracting from the perceived seriousness and importance of its lineup.

 

 

Instead of relying on punctuation for emphasis, Apple lets its inherently clean features and design speak for themselves. No need to shout about them. By being subtle, you retain visual harmony.

 

 

While there's no official ban on them, exclamation points could possibly be discouraged in Apple’s internal style guides. They do appear occasionally in informal settings, but on the whole, they’re out.

 

It’s a small detail that speaks volumes about one’s brand philosophy—assured, understated, and letting the products themselves do the talking (without exclamation points, of course).

 

 

• https://www.zdnet.com/article/apple-doesnt-use-exclamation-points-on-its-website-ever-wonder-why/

 

 

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