Graphic Design and Style Issues

We consider three styles of interface:

1. Command Language Interfaces: these are primarily non graphical;
2. Direct manipulation interfaces: these are primarily based upon the use of pointing devices and are what is usually meant by a graphic user interface
3. Hybrid interfaces which borrow methods from both the above types.

In designing a user interface you should take into account the following:

• The Three pillars of Interface Design
• The Eight Golden Rules
• Style Guidelines

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