Abstract
This paper challenges the way we currently use and interact with information
through digital icons and static metaphors. The latest computer and
mobile devices’ graphical user interfaces need to be reevaluated in order to
support the paradigm shift from static and local to mobile and cloud-based interactions. Furthermore this paper questions the lingering of static icons used in
computers, mobile and tablet interfaces. The paper also presents concrete suggestions on how expanding the functionality of digital icons can better afford
how users interact with information.
through digital icons and static metaphors. The latest computer and
mobile devices’ graphical user interfaces need to be reevaluated in order to
support the paradigm shift from static and local to mobile and cloud-based interactions. Furthermore this paper questions the lingering of static icons used in
computers, mobile and tablet interfaces. The paper also presents concrete suggestions on how expanding the functionality of digital icons can better afford
how users interact with information.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Universal Access in Human-Computer Interaction. Applications and Services for Quality of Life |
| Volume | 8011 |
| Publisher | Springer VS |
| Publication date | 2013 |
| Pages | 611-619 |
| ISBN (Print) | 978-3-642-39193-4 |
| Publication status | Published - 2013 |
| Event | HCI International 2013: 15th International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction - http://www.hcii2013.org/, Las Vegas, United States Duration: 21 Jul 2013 → 26 Jul 2013 Conference number: 15 http://www.hcii2013.org/ |
Conference
| Conference | HCI International 2013 |
|---|---|
| Number | 15 |
| Location | http://www.hcii2013.org/ |
| Country/Territory | United States |
| City | Las Vegas |
| Period | 21/07/2013 → 26/07/2013 |
| Internet address |
| Series | Lecture Notes in Computer Science |
|---|---|
| Volume | 8011 |
| ISSN | 0302-9743 |
Keywords
- GUI
- UI
- Icons
- metaphor
- Interaction design