Statement:
. In 1954, Paul Fitts stated that time required to move a target depends on distance to it, relating to size inversely.
. Bigger i.e., fitty the object is and closer it is to us, easier it will be for us to reach.
. Bigger i.e., fitty the object is and closer it is to us, easier it will be for us to reach.
General Examples:
. Using self-start instead of kick rod for bikes.
. Using remote control for changing channels in television.
. Wide monitor screens increases visual comfort.
. Navigation bar to quick access.
. Windows start menu at corner of screen.
. Usage of hotkeys.
. To type in search, google has a wide text box.
. Things done more often should be closer to the average position of the user's cursor and assigned a larger button.
. Command buttons must larger than the other.
. Good number of Pop-up menus reduces the time to perform actions.
. Windows start menu at corner of screen.
. Usage of hotkeys.
. To type in search, google has a wide text box.
Space Bar in keyboard |
Switch board to operate |
Fitt's law in pen without cap |
Tap with fitty handle |
Fitt's Law in designing:
. In UI designing, the elements should always be bigger enough and close to reach.. Things done more often should be closer to the average position of the user's cursor and assigned a larger button.
. Command buttons must larger than the other.
. Good number of Pop-up menus reduces the time to perform actions.