17 Questions
What is the primary function of a Pointer in a Graphical User Interface?
To select objects on the screen
What type of GUI component is used to request user input for actions such as deleting a file?
Dialogue Box
What GUI component allows multiple options to be selected?
Check-box
What is the purpose of an Application Window in a GUI?
To contain the contents of an application
What type of GUI component is used to display a list of available items for selection?
List-Box
What GUI component is used to select one option from a list of available options?
Radio-button
What is the primary objective of achieving consistency in GUI design?
To ensure identical terminology throughout the interface
What is the primary advantage of using GUI implementation tools?
To provide a powerful array of GUI controls
According to Shneiderman and Plaisant, what is the primary benefit of enabling frequent users to use shortcuts?
To reduce the number of interactions for frequent users
What is the primary purpose of in-house inspection in GUI design?
To inspect the GUI before releasing it to users
What is the primary advantage of using GUI implementation tools in an IDE?
To provide a powerful array of GUI controls
What is the primary purpose of a command in a system?
To execute an instruction with optional parameters
What is a characteristic of a Graphical User Interface (GUI) compared to a Command Line Interface (CLI)?
It is more resource consuming
What is the primary function of a window in a GUI?
To provide a way to interact with the system
What is the term for a window that is contained within another window of the same application?
Child window
What is the primary purpose of tabs in a GUI?
To display multiple instances of an application
What is the term for the interface that provides a way to interact with the system using graphical components?
Graphical User Interface
Test your knowledge of graphical user interface components, including pointers, application windows, and dialogue boxes. Learn about the different elements that make up a GUI and how they interact with users.
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