user interface design Flashcards

(7 cards)

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What is the difference between visibility and feedback?

A

Visibility is proactive system status display; feedback is reactive confirmation after action.

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2
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Why are constraints important?

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They prevent user errors and reduce overwhelm.

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3
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What is false affordance?

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When something looks interactive but isn’t.

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4
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Why is consistency important?

A

It reduces cognitive load and improves recognition.

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5
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What is mapping?

A

The relationship between controls and their effects.

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Which heuristic helps users recover from mistakes?

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Help users recognise, diagnose, and recover from errors.

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