Design Disciplines
Consistency
Feedback
Efficiency
Controllability
Consistency
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Consistent with real life: in line with the process and logic of real life, and comply with languages and habits that the users are used to.
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Consistent within interface: all elements should be consistent, such as: design style, icons and texts, position of elements, etc.
Feedback
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Operation feedback: enable the users to clearly perceive their operations by style updates and interactive effects.
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Visual feedback: reflect current state by updating or rearranging elements of the page.
Efficiency
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Simplify the process: keep operating process simple and intuitive.
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Definite and clear: enunciate your intentions clearly so that the users can quickly understand and make decisions.
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Easy to identify: the interface should be straightforward, which helps the users to identify and frees them from memorizing and recalling.
Controllability
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Decision making: giving advice about operations is acceptable, but do not make decisions for the users.
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Controlled consequences: users should be granted the freedom to operate, including canceling, aborting or terminating current operation.