Functionalism
A design approach that prioritizes the practical purpose and usability of digital products over purely aesthetic considerations.
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Neurodesign
The application of neuroscience principles to design, aiming to create more effective and engaging user experiences based on how the brain processes information.
Prägnanz
A Gestalt principle stating that people will perceive and interpret ambiguous or complex images as the simplest form(s) possible.
Form Follows Function
A design principle that states the design of a product or interface should primarily serve its intended purpose or functionality.
Multimodal Theory
A theory that explains how information is processed through different sensory modalities, such as visual, auditory, and tactile.
Progressive Disclosure
A design technique that involves showing only essential information initially, revealing additional details as needed to prevent information overload.
Cognitive Load Theory
A theory that explains how the amount of mental effort required to process information can impact user experience and task performance.
Seven Stages of Action
A model by Don Norman outlining the cognitive steps users take when interacting with a system: goal formation, planning, specifying, performing, perceiving, interpreting, and comparing.
Miller’s Law
Also known as Magical Number 7 +/- 2, a theory in cognitive psychology that states the average number of objects an individual can hold in working memory is about seven.