GVU Technical Report Number:
GIT-GVU-93-09
Title:
Providing High-Level Control and Expert Assistance in the User Interface
Presentation Design
Authors:
Won Chul Kim
James D. Foley
Abstract:
Current user interface builders provide only low-level assistance,
because they have knowledge of neither the application nor the principles
by which interface elements are combined effectively. We have developed
a framework that unites the knowledge components essential for effective
user interface presentation design. The framework consists of an
application model (both a data model and a control model), a design
process model that supports top-down iterative development, and graphic
design knowledge that is used both to place dialog box elements such that
their application dependent logical relationships are visually reinforced
and to control design symmetry and balance. To demonstrate the
framework's viability, we have constructed a tool based on encapsulated
design knowledge that establishes high-level style preferences and
provides expert assistance for the dialog box presentation design and
menu structuring.
Keywords:
Automatic layout, knowledge-based tool, UI design process
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