Overchoice
The phenomenon where having too many options leads to decision-making paralysis and decreased satisfaction.
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“option design”
Principle of Choices
The Principle of Choices is an information architecture guideline that emphasizes providing users with meaningful options to navigate and interact with a system.
User Empowerment
The process of enabling users to take control of their interactions with a product or system, enhancing their confidence and satisfaction.
Faceted Search
A search system that allows users to narrow down search results by applying multiple filters based on different attributes or categories.
Design Tradeoffs
The compromises made between different design options, balancing various factors like usability, aesthetics, and functionality.
Less Is Better Effect
A cognitive bias where people prefer a smaller set of higher-quality options over a larger set with lower overall quality.
Decoy Effect
A cognitive bias where consumers change their preference between two options when presented with a third, less attractive option.
Paradox of Choice
The phenomenon where having too many options leads to anxiety and difficulty making a decision, reducing overall satisfaction.
Choice Paralysis
A situation in which an individual is unable to make a decision due to the overwhelming number of options available.