Human Computer Interface

Human Computer Interface

1. Consistency

   • Anything to support the interface it should be consistent
     • In the same place at the time
     • Not changing the layout of pop ups in different pages.

2. On screen Help

   • Should have a help facility to help a user

3. Layout

   • Who will be using it?
   • Child interface will have colours and animation

4. Differentiation

   • Novices who haven't used it before
   • Experienced who can use but not to full ability
   • Expert who has many years of experience

5. How its used by disabled people

   • Interfaces should be created in a way that disabled people can access it.
     • Text to speech
     • Keyboard Shortcuts
     • Bigger writing for people who cant see small writing

6. Navigation

   • Clear for person to complete a task
   • Complex tasks can be complete through small steps in a wizard
   • Hotspots telling the user to click a certain place
   • Navigation buttons