HCI Design Process Guidelines
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What is the primary focus of requirement analysis in system development?

  • Understanding system architecture
  • Creating user interface designs
  • Identifying user needs and characteristics (correct)
  • Enhancing coding efficiency

    • Which aspect plays a crucial role in user analysis during the design process?

  • Increasing system processing speed
  • Decreasing development costs
  • Satisfying potential system use comprehensively (correct)
  • Prioritizing aesthetic appeal

    • What does scenario and task modeling primarily involve?

  • Developing marketing strategies for the software
  • Assessing hardware specifications for the software
  • Identifying application task structure and relationships (correct)
  • Establishing a budget for interface design

    • Which method can be used in scenario and task modeling to visualize the user interface?

    <p>Storyboarding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an essential consideration during the interface selection and consolidation phase?

    <p>Combining components into a practical package</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of developing interactive software, what is essential for optimizing user experience?

    <p>Identifying essential user functions through direct interaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of user analysis reflects back on the requirements established initially?

    <p>Identification of supplementary UI requirements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT part of the interface selection phase?

    <p>Determining the system’s marketing plan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the mouse facilitate in human-computer interaction?

    <p>Direct manipulation of graphical objects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which GUI component is specifically designed for short to medium alphanumeric input?

    <p>Text box</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of a combo box in a GUI?

    <p>To allow users to type or select an option</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of interface is described as providing the perception of depth?

    <p>3D interface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following issues is commonly associated with using a 2D control for 3D applications?

    <p>Exhaustion and inconvenience</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which GUI component combines menus, buttons, and text boxes for longer interrelated input?

    <p>Form</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main drawback of 2D controls in operating 3D applications?

    <p>They often cause user fatigue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of smartphones and tablets enhances their 3D interface capabilities?

    <p>Advanced sensors for 3D spatial input</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does WIMP stand for in the context of software interface components?

    <p>Windows, Icons, Menus, and Pointer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of hardware platform is best suited for multitasking office-related tasks?

    <p>Desktop</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes icons as software interface components?

    <p>Icons represent applications in a visually intuitive manner.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of tasks can be efficiently handled by smartphones?

    <p>Simple and short tasks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of windows in modern computer interfaces?

    <p>To serve as visual output channels for individual tasks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hardware platform is appropriate for tasks requiring a larger screen?

    <p>Tablets/Pads</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do non-overlapping windows differ from overlapping windows in interface design?

    <p>Non-overlapping windows are primarily used for mobile devices with smaller screens.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of kiosks/ installations in terms of interaction?

    <p>Public access with limited interaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do layers play in user interface design?

    <p>Layers provide a means to organize visual output channels for tasks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of components are referred to as 'user interface components'?

    <p>All integrated parts that provide interaction with the software.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which platform is suited for spatial training and immersive entertainment?

    <p>Virtual Reality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common application for embedded platforms?

    <p>Real-time calculations on-site</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement correctly describes earcons?

    <p>Earcons are audio cues that denote specific events for accessibility.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of platform is primarily focused on limited interaction and privacy?

    <p>TV/Consoles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are software interface components crucial for user interaction?

    <p>They break down complexity, facilitating ease of use.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a typical use case for a tablet/pad?

    <p>Sales presentations and location mapping</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following platforms would likely not be suitable for time-consuming tasks?

    <p>Smartphones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which platform provides a customized configuration for specific, special purpose tasks?

    <p>Free Form</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of wire-framing in web and application design?

    <p>To establish the layout and functionality of a page.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the nature of wire-frames?

    <p>Early structures that prioritize clarity and simplicity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What advantage does wire-framing provide during the development process?

    <p>Facilitates quick rearrangement and approval of elements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should wire-framing ideally occur in the development process?

    <p>Early in the development process.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a wireframe tool?

    <p>Wireframe CC</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines the effectiveness of wire-framing?

    <p>The simplicity and ease of layout adjustments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following processes is most likely to be facilitated by wire-framing?

    <p>Iteration and approval of content layout.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a wire-frame primarily focus on during the design process?

    <p>User needs and functionality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    HCI Design Process

    • The HCI design process starts with requirements analysis, which involves understanding user needs, characteristics, usage context, and existing systems.
    • User analysis reinforces the requirements analysis to focus on user experience and usability standards.
    • Scenario and task modeling is crucial for interaction modeling. It involves understanding the application's task structure and sequence of program elements. Storyboarding, a visual representation of the interface, is used in this process.
    • Interface selection and consolidation involves choosing hardware platforms, software interface components, interaction techniques, and hardware specifications.
    • Hardware Platforms vary depending on the application's task requirements and environment.
      • Desktop platforms are suitable for office tasks, time-consuming tasks, and multitasking.
      • Smartphones/Handheld are suitable for simple, short tasks, and mobile use.
      • Tablet/Pads are suitable for simple, mobile tasks that require a larger screen.
      • Embedded platforms are suitable for special tasks and situations where interaction and calculations are needed on the spot.
      • TV/Consoles are suitable for TV-centric tasks, limited interaction, and tasks requiring privacy.
      • Kiosks/Installations are suitable for public and limited interaction, short series of selection tasks, and monitoring tasks.
      • Virtual Reality platforms are suitable for spatial training, tele-experience, and immersive entertainment.
      • Free Form platforms consist of customized configurations for special purposes.
    • Software Interface Components are integrated parts of a system or application interface.
      • Windows/Layers provide the working area of an application and are often used for multitasking.
      • Icons, compact pictograms, represent specific applications and facilitate interaction. Earcons, distinctive sounds, serve the same purpose for users with visual impairments.
      • Direct Interaction Through Pointer allows for direct manipulation of objects using a mouse or pointer. This approach includes techniques like dragging and dropping, copying and pasting, and rubber banding.
      • GUI Components for User Input are essential for user interaction:
        • Text Box is used for short to medium alphanumeric input.
        • Toolbar provides quick access to frequently used icons or functions.
        • Forms use a combination of menus, buttons, and text boxes for longer, interrelated input.
        • Dialog Box uses a mixture of menus, buttons, and text boxes for short, mixed-mode input.
        • Combo Box is a drop-down list box that allows users to choose from pre-defined options or type in their own.
      • 3D Interface provides the perception of depth and offers a virtual reality experience.

    Wire-framing

    • Wire-framing is a design technique that focuses on the structural layout of a website or application service. It helps prioritize user needs and experience.
    • Wireframes are used early in the development process to define the basic structure of a page before visual design and content are added. Wire-framing is considered a powerful tool as it allows for quick and easy iteration and approval before creating a prototype.
    • Examples of wireframing tools include Fluid UI, Wireframe CC, Sketch, InVision Studio, and Adobe XD.

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    Explore the key phases of the Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) design process. This quiz covers crucial steps like requirements analysis, user analysis, and interface selection, emphasizing user experience and usability. Test your understanding of how to effectively model tasks and select appropriate hardware platforms.

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