Tips in designing a UI

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uhm..well, im having hard time designing user interface of my application. that sucks..=/ esp. those app that need a good ui design, well anyone can give me some tips in designing a user interface?

[I_Love_My_Vans]

Some rules

1) Always use the current theme of the computer, never use a custome theme
2) Make sure tab index are in order
3) In general, use Verdana for headings, and Tahoma for sub headings and text

What is this for? Give us a clue what you have to deal with and we can help with ideas on a layout etc

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uhm well, basically it's a CAI, my first time to design an interface with this type of program..~.~ so, how do you design an interface with this kind of program?

[szlamany]

Here are two good threads for you to read

http://www.vbforums.com/showthread.php?t=336099&highlight=user+interface

http://www.vbforums.com/showthread.php?t=373984&highlight=user+interface

[BramVandenbon]

uhm well, basically it's a CAI, my first time to design an interface with this type of program..~.~ so, how do you design an interface with this kind of program?

I'm just curious, what does CAI stand for ?

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Thanks szlamany i thought im the only one having a problem with user interface..^_^ im really glad i joined here. ^_^

CAI means Computer Assisted Instruction or Computer Aided Instruction.. =)

[Slaine]

This site has a wonderful collection of tips and tricks to improve your development.

http://www.ssw.com.au/SSW/Standards/default.aspx

They have a specific section on UI:

http://www.ssw.com.au/ssw/Standards/Rules/RulesToBetterInterfaces.aspx

I don't agree with everything they say, but they certainly have plenty of food for thought.

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cool, i'll check out the site you give. thanks.