Unit 5: UI Design - 2

Question 1

What does “Don’t overload the user’s memory” mean in UI design?

Answer 1

It means interfaces should be simple and support user memory by providing visible options, labels, or instructions instead of relying on the user to remember actions.

Question 2

Give an example of how web browsers support memory-friendly design.

Answer 2

Web browsers show buttons with descriptive text to help users remember their functions.

Question 3

: Why is consistent use of icons important in UI design?

Answer 3

It reinforces user familiarity, reducing the need to relearn symbols and actions across different contexts.

Question 4

How can help features support memory-friendly UI design?

Answer 4

Help features guide users through tasks, reducing the need to memorize processes.

Question 5

What is a key goal of good UI design regarding user errors?

Answer 5

Try to prevent errors from happening in the first place.

Question 6

What should a UI do when errors occur?

Answer 6

Allow users to fix errors through actions like “Undo” or automatically correct them when possible.

Question 7

What is user-centred design?

Answer 7

It focuses on the needs and capabilities of users, avoiding unnecessary exclusion and supporting assistive device use.

Question 8

Universal Design Principle 1: Equal or Equivalent Use

Answer 8

Design should be usable by people with diverse abilities.
✅ Provide equal access to all users
✅ Let people use assistive technologies
✅ Don’t exclude users unnecessarily

Question 9

Universal Design Principle 2: Don’t Overload the User’s Memory

Answer 9

Make interfaces easy to understand without needing to remember things.
✅ Use descriptive icons/text
✅ Keep design consistent
✅ Provide on-screen help and tooltips

Question 10

Universal Design Principle 3: Try to Prevent and Fix Errors

Answer 10

Prevent errors where possible, and help users recover when they happen.
✅ Use “Undo” and “Redo” functions
✅ Provide warnings before destructive actions
✅ Let users reverse actions easily

Question 11

Universal Design Principle 4: Make it Easy to Navigate and Find Info

Answer 11

Help users get where they need to go easily.
✅ Use clear menus and structure
✅ Avoid information overload
✅ Provide search and breadcrumbs

Question 12

Universal Design Principle 5: Be Flexible and Customisable

Answer 12

Let users interact in ways that suit them best.
✅ Offer different ways to complete tasks
✅ Allow users to change settings (e.g., text size, contrast)
✅ Support a variety of input/output methods