HCI

HCI

1. HCI for Disabled Access

   • Visually impaired people can use special Braille
   • Use of correct colour schemes for colourblind people.
   • Magnify areas of the screen for people with poor eyesight.
   • Visual messages on screen instead of sound for the deaf.

2. The factors to be taken into account when designing a good user interface

   • Clear navigational structure
   • Layout appropriate to the task
   • House Style/Ethos
   • Customisable to suit the needs of the user

3. User Needs

   • HCI for Children
     • Visual prompts
     • Use child friendly font/size of font
     • Animation/videos to keep their interest
     • Have an uncluttered appearance
   • Shortcuts which the experienced user can use (Expert)
   • Colour scheme making it easier to use (Novice)
   • The expert user will want to get the job done in the least possible time
   • The novice user’s priority will be ease of learning