Human-Computer
Interaction: Designing
for Success
Welcome to this presentation on Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)!
We'll explore the critical role of user-centered design, key principles,
and how to design intuitive and effective interfaces.
by Matheeha P A
The Importance of User-Centered Design
User Focus Iterative Process Increased User Improved Product
Satisfaction Success
Focus on user needs and Continuously test and
goals, not on technical refine designs based on Leads to happier and User-centered design
features or developer user feedback throughout more engaged users, who results in more usable,
preferences. the development lifecycle. are more likely to adopt effective, and ultimately
and use the product. successful products.
Key Principles of HCI
1 Usability 2 Accessibility
The ease with which users Designing interfaces for
can learn and use a users with diverse abilities,
system to achieve their ensuring inclusivity and
goals. access for everyone.
3 Learnability 4 Memorability
How quickly and easily The ease with which users
users can learn to use a can remember how to use
system. a system after a period of
non-use.
Interaction Styles and Paradigms
1 Command-line
Users interact with the system by typing commands, often used in
early computing.
2 Graphical User Interfaces (GUIs)
Introduced visual elements like icons, menus, and windows, making
interfaces more user-friendly.
3 Touch Interfaces
Utilized touchscreens for direct interaction, popularized by
smartphones and tablets.
4 Voice Interfaces
Emerging paradigm that allows users to interact with systems using
natural language.
Usability Evaluation
Methods
Heuristic Evaluation Usability Testing
Experts evaluate a system Users interact with the
against established usability system and complete tasks
principles, identifying while being observed and
potential problems. interviewed.
Eye Tracking A/B Testing
Tracks eye movements to Compares two versions of an
understand user attention interface to determine which
and how they interact with performs better based on
the interface. user behavior.
Cognitive Factors in HCI
Attention
How users focus on relevant information and avoid distractions.
Memory
How users store and retrieve information, impacting learning and
interface familiarity.
Perception
How users interpret sensory information from the interface,
influencing their understanding.
Reasoning
How users solve problems and make decisions within the context of
the interface.
Physiological Factors in HCI
Ergonomics
1 Designing interfaces that promote good posture and reduce strain.
Fatigue
2 Addressing user fatigue from prolonged interaction, especially with
complex systems.
Comfort
3 Creating interfaces that are physically comfortable to
use, reducing strain and discomfort.
Accessibility and
Inclusive Design
Keyboard Navigation Color Contrast
Enabling users to interact with the Ensuring sufficient contrast
interface using only the keyboard. between text and background for
users with visual impairments.
Audio Captions Touchscreen Optimization
Providing captions for multimedia Designing for touchscreens,
content, making it accessible to accommodating users with motor
users with hearing impairments. disabilities.
Emerging Trends in HCI
1 2
AI-Powered Interfaces AR and VR
Personalized recommendations, Immersive experiences and new
predictive text, and automated ways of interacting with
tasks. information.
3 4
Internet of Things (IoT) Biometric Authentication
Interconnected devices and Facial recognition, fingerprint
seamless interaction with the scanning, and voice recognition
physical environment. for secure access.
Practical Applications
and Future Directions
From mobile apps to healthcare systems, HCI principles are
transforming how we interact with technology. As we move forward,
expect even more innovative interfaces that are intuitive, accessible,
and user-centric.
