Practice Affordances (4.1.3) - Guidelines in HCI - Human Computer Interaction (HCI) Micro Specialization
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Question 1 Easy

Define the term Affordance in your own words.

💡 Hint: Think about how everyday objects indicate their purpose.

Question 2 Easy

Give an example of a Clear Affordance.

💡 Hint: Consider what physical buttons look like.

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Question 1

What does the term 'affordance' refer to?

A property indicating usability
A technical specification
An error type

💡 Hint: Think about what an object suggests to the user.

Question 2

True or False: All affordances are clearly visible.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider hidden features in common devices.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Identify a popular app and critique its use of affordances. Which elements are clear and which are misleading?

💡 Hint: Look for both strengths and weaknesses in clarity.

Challenge 2 Hard

Design a hypothetical interface that demonstrates effective use of affordances while minimizing cognitive load. Describe your design choices.

💡 Hint: Think about daily tasks users might perform and how these choices matter.

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