Introduction+to+GUI

Features of a Graphical User Interface
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Graphical User Interface Features of a GUI
 * Consistency of Elements
 * Functionality
 * Navigation
 * Borders and white space
 * Instructions to the user
 * Inclusive design factors

Consistency of Elements Functionality Navigation Borders and White Space Instructions to the User Inclusive Design Factors
 * Consistency:
 * Colour of forms, controls and text
 * Size and Layout
 * Buttons/Controls
 * Between versions
 * Menus
 * Dialogue Boxes
 * Tutorial/guide
 * Tool Tips
 * Controls
 * Used to find your way around the software
 * Minimises the number of steps that have to be taken to perform an action
 * Usually allows the user to take multiple paths to achieve the intended goal
 * White space is not necessarily White
 * Prevents Cluttering or Crowding
 * Can be used to group things together or focus specific objects
 * Not overused or it can be distracting
 * Well thought out to help the user
 * Instructions should be as brief as possible and very clear
 * Includes confirmation boxes eg “This will delete all files – Continue?”
 * Takes into account the needs of those with disabilities or the aging
 * Includes such things as visual or audio aids


 * ~ Website ||~ Consistency ||~ Functionality ||~ Navigation ||~ Borders and White Space ||~ Instructions to the user ||~ Inclusive Design Factors ||

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