COMPUTER INTERACTION Reporter: Alsola, Arriana Monique F. Lumocso, Arniel D. BSIT 1D Design and Usability WHY PHYSICAL DESIGN IS EASIER THAN HCI DESIGN?
Physical design often deals with tangible
objects and environments, which can be easier to conceptualize and manipulate compared to the complexities of human-computer interaction (HCI) design. Design and Usability WHY PHYSICAL DESIGN IS EASIER THAN HCI DESIGN?
In addition physical design, factors like size,
shape, and materials are more straightforward to work with, whereas HCI design involves understanding human behavior, cognition, and emotions, which can be more abstract and challenging to predict and accommodate. Additionally, the rapid evolution of technology and user preferences in HCI design adds another layer of complexity. Tangibility: Design and Usability Physical objects and environments are tangible, making it easier WHY PHYSICAL DESIGN IS to visualize, manipulate, and test compared to abstract concepts EASIER THAN HCI DESIGN in HCI design.
PHYSICAL DESIGN CAN BE Established Principles:
PERCEIVED AS EASIER Physical design often relies on well-established principles of THAN HCI (HUMAN- design such as proportion, balance, and aesthetics, whereas HCI COMPUTER INTERACTION) design involves understanding complex human behaviors, DESIGN DUE TO SEVERAL cognition, and emotions. REASONS: Clear Constraints:
Physical design typically has clear constraints such as materials,
dimensions, and manufacturing processes, providing a more structured framework for decision-making. Predictability: Design and Usability The behavior of physical objects is more predictable compared to WHY PHYSICAL DESIGN IS the variability and unpredictability of human interaction with EASIER THAN HCI DESIGN technology in HCI design.
PHYSICAL DESIGN CAN BE Testing:
PERCEIVED AS EASIER THAN HCI (HUMAN- Physical prototypes can be physically interacted with and tested COMPUTER INTERACTION) more easily, allowing for faster iteration and refinement compared to the iterative process required for HCI design. DESIGN DUE TO SEVERAL REASONS: However, it's essential to note that both physical and HCI design have their own challenges and complexities, and the perceived ease may vary depending on the specific context and requirements of the design project. THANK YOU!