Advanced Features

Direct Manipulation Interfaces have become the preferred interface type of our time.

Find at least 3 different direct-manipulation interfaces that have some kind of meaning to you.

When you find the interfaces, discuss the following in a 500+ word paper.

This paper must contain:

• your observations
• no copied text from any external source
• If you use a source, please cite and reference your source.

Discuss:

• how easy is it to master?
• Do you feel that a novice user could become competent in the use of the system quickly? Why?
• Are you able to retain the mastery of the commands over time?
• Do you enjoy using the interface? Explain your reasons?
• Would you show off the interface to someone with no knowledge of the interface? Why or Why not?
• Would you be willing to explore the more advanced features of the interface?

you have to find at least 3 different direct-manipulation interfaces that have some kind of meaning to you. and for each one of them you have to discuss all the following above questions