Metaphors in Designing UIs
Last updated: August 13, 2024 Read in fullscreen view
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Summary
In digital app design, metaphors are a vital aid because they provide abstract ideas a concrete expression for consumers to grasp. The Greek term μεταφoρά (metaphor), which means "to transfer" or "to declare," is where they originate. Metaphors aid users in quickly understanding how to use an app, which is why Apple encourages adoption in their design standards. In contrast, the term "skeuomorphism" refers to an action or item that is not immediately applicable. Metaphors are used in user interface design to give users fast access to information about how to interact with the interface. Through a methodical approach known as metaphorical reasoning, designers can progressively widen their understanding of the design context.
Metaphors can improve overall user experience and design by enhancing the way we think, feel, and do things. They help designers present information carefully to ensure that customers think, feel, and do the right thing as intended. By establishing abstract concepts in concrete terms, metaphors help users understand abstract content, interact, evoke emotions, attract attention, and evoke action.
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| About the Author | Wicar Akhtar | Product Designer | Passionately curious Product Designer, anything UX/Design plus I work hard sometimes. |
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