Prägnanz
A Gestalt principle stating that people will perceive and interpret ambiguous or complex images as the simplest form(s) possible.
24 topics found for
“simplicity in design”
Minimalism
A design approach that emphasizes simplicity, using only the necessary elements to create a clean and uncluttered look.
The User Is Drunk
A usability testing approach where designers assume that users are easily confused and distracted, focusing on simplicity and clarity in design.
Principles Over Processes
A design philosophy that emphasizes core design principles over rigid adherence to standardized processes.
Feature Bloat
The excessive addition of features in a product, often leading to complexity and reduced usability.
Progressive Disclosure
A design technique that involves showing only essential information initially, revealing additional details as needed to prevent information overload.
Squint Test
A technique used to assess the visual hierarchy of a design by squinting to see which elements stand out the most.
Cognitive Ease
The tendency for people to prefer things that are easy to think about and understand.
Occam’s Razor
A principle that suggests the simplest explanation is often the correct one, favoring solutions that make the fewest assumptions.