Design Goals
What is the Golden Rule of Design?
Understand human and computer limitations and focus on the interaction between humans and computers.
What does the ‘Efficient’ part of the E³ framework focus on?
Minimizing user effort through simple interactions and avoiding distractions.
What does the ‘Enchant Me’ principle aim to achieve?
Delight users through engaging animations, sounds, and visuals.
What is the main goal of the ‘Simplify My Life’ principle?
Reduce user effort and cognitive load by showing relevant information clearly.
How does data persistence support the user?
Saves settings, customizations, and access projects across sessions and devices.
Give an example of a human limitation to consider in design.
Limited memory, attention span, or social behavior.
What does the ‘Exciting’ part of the E³ framework focus on?
Enhancing user experience; desirability and engaging design.
Give two ways an app can “enchant” users.
Mimic real-world objects visually and allow customization or personal touches.
Why should content be kept brief according to this principle?
Short phrases are easier to process than full sentences.
What types of interruptions should be used?
Interruptions should only occur for critical or time-sensitive matters to avoid user frustration.
What is the difference between form and function in design?
Form relates to style and visual appearance; function relates to purpose and performance.
How do design principles differ from design goals?
Principles are formative guidelines to shape design, while goals are summative outcomes the final product should achieve.
How can apps use user behavior to enhance the ‘Enchant Me’ principle?
Learn user preferences and recent actions to personalize experiences.
How can visuals help simplify an app interface?
Pictures convey information faster than text.
What role does consistency play in Android apps?
Visual cues and interactions should behave consistently for predictability.
Which tends to be prioritized in design: form or function?
Design tends to prioritize form, while engineering prioritizes function.
Give an example of a universal trick in Android apps.
Use common gestures, patterns, or UI conventions that users already know.
What is the main goal of the ‘Simplify My Life’ principle?
Reduce user effort and cognitive load by showing relevant information clearly.
How to show what users need?
Show only relevant information when needed to avoid overwhelming users.
What does ‘Make Me Amazing’ focus on?
Empower users by providing tricks, guidance, and encouragement.
What does the ‘Effective’ part of the E³ framework focus on?
Achieving the intended task; capability and engineering.
What are two ways to encourage users in Android apps?
Break tasks into small steps and provide visual feedback upon completion.
Why should content be kept brief according to this principle?
Short phrases are easier to process than full sentences.
What designs help users know where they are?
Use landmarks, transitions, and feedback to guide users and show task progress.
How should apps handle errors according to this principle?
Never blame the user; provide clear, simple instructions for recovery.