Misdirection
A dark pattern where the design focuses the user's attention on one thing to distract them from another.
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Uniform Connectedness
A Gestalt principle stating that elements that are visually connected are perceived as more related than elements with no connection.
Picture Superiority Effect
The tendency for images to be more easily remembered than words, highlighting the power of visual communication.
Squint Test
A technique used to assess the visual hierarchy of a design by squinting to see which elements stand out the most.
Iconography
The visual images, symbols, or modes of representation collectively associated with a subject, often used in design to communicate ideas quickly and effectively.
Third-Person Effect
A cognitive bias where people tend to believe that others are more affected by media messages and persuasive communications than they are themselves.
Principle of Contrast
A design principle that states that contrasting elements (such as color, shape, size) can be used to draw attention and create visual interest.
Ego States
A concept in transactional analysis that describes three different aspects of the self: Parent, Adult, and Child, each influencing behavior and communication.
Rule of Three
A writing and design principle that suggests that things grouped in threes are more satisfying, effective, and memorable for audiences.