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davidkaneda:

Lukas Mathis examines the importance of abstracting ideas in UI design, as opposed to using literal visuals:

When designing user interfaces, we rarely ever want to show a specific entity; typically, we want to convey an idea or a concept. Details can easily distract from that idea or concept.


the whole article is pretty damn cool. actually, the blog itself is cool, if you’re into this kinda stuff.

davidkaneda:

Lukas Mathis examines the importance of abstracting ideas in UI design, as opposed to using literal visuals:

When designing user interfaces, we rarely ever want to show a specific entity; typically, we want to convey an idea or a concept. Details can easily distract from that idea or concept.

the whole article is pretty damn cool. actually, the blog itself is cool, if you’re into this kinda stuff.

Jan 29 2010
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    the whole article is pretty damn cool. actually, the blog itself is cool, if you’re into this kinda stuff.
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    This is a necessary read for any designer, UI or print.
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    AKA tard-proofing. It’s unfortunate that smart people have to design for the dumb masses.
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    no i really dont get this one… lol
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