Overall UI Design

This is a developing page that collects notes on the overal UI design

Consistency

We must have visual and widget consistency across the UI. Examples:

• When dealing with variables, we should present consistent visual and operational options. For example, any list of variables should have at a minimum the following elements. The graphical representation of these things should be consistent across the UI. For example, if we use an icon to represent type, that will be consistent whenever there is a variable list, whether that list be in a combo box, a list box, or other widget. Similarly, loaded/unloaded representation should be consistent.
  • Indication of type (Element, Node, etc.)
  • State (loaded, not loaded)
  • Name

Specific Elements

• Exodus Reader Object Inspector
• Animation GUI
• PV Information Page Replacement
• Lookup Table Editing
• Server Connection Dialog
• Value List Widget
• File Browser
• Animation Dialogue
• Compound Filters
• It's views all the way down
• Selection Policy
• Issues with Connection and Recent Files
• Collapsible Groups
• File Menu
• Icon Naming Conventions
• Chart Model-View