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1. Pre-Balsamiq:
   1. Determine what the desired output of the application is.
   2. Figure out what input you will need from the user to provide the desired output.
   3. Figure out if there are any groupings of inputs that should be together in the UI.
   4. Figure out the order in which you will want to ask for those different inputs.
2. Create a simple mock-up using only the "Rectangle" element to designate the major divisions of the UI (navbars, sidebars, main work areas, etc.).
3. If you want, then go in and create detailed mock-ups that are closer to being pixel-perfect.

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