his Second Edition, provides a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to building user-friendly system interfaces. At each step, the author describes the principles of good design and illustrates them with real-world examples of proven designs. He provides in-depth examples of the key components of interfaces and how they can be combined to promote efficient use. This book is especially written for developers who may be designing user interfaces for the first time.

About The Author

Wilbert O. Galitz is an internationally recognized consultant, author, and instructor on information systems and user interface design. He is president of Galitz, Inc., a firm that focuses on the human factors and ergonomics of systems.

Table of Contents

Preface
Acknowledgments
About the Authors
Part I: The User Interface -An Introduction and Overview

• The Importance of the User Interface
• Characteristics of Graphical and Web User Interfaces

Part II: The User Interface Design Process

• Know Your User or Client
• Understand the Business Function
• Understand the Principles of Good Screen Design
• Develop System Menus and Navigation Schemes
• Select the Proper Kinds of Windows
• Select the Proper Device-Based Controls
• Choose the Proper Screen-Based Controls
• Writing Clear Text and Messages
• Provide Effective Feedback, Guidance, and Assistance
• Provide Effective Internationalization and Accessibility
• Create Meaningful Graphics, Icons and Images
• Choose the Proper Colors
• Organize and Layout Windows and Pages
• Test, Test, and Retest