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user interface
/ˈjuːzər ˈɪntərfeɪs/
the part of a device or program that users interact with
The app's user interface is intuitive and easy to navigate.
The design of the app allows users to interact with it easily.
Technology
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the visual and interactive elements of a software application or device that allow users to interact with it
The user interface of the new operating system is sleek and modern.
The design and layout of the operating system are visually appealing and up-to-date.
A good user interface should prioritize usability and accessibility.
The interface should be designed so that it is easy to use and accessible to all users.
User interfaces can be graphical (GUI) or command-line (CLI).
Collocations
user-friendly interfacean interface that is easy to useintuitive interfacean interface that is easy to understand and usegraphical user interface (GUI)a visual interface that uses icons and menus
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Prioritize usability
A good user interface should be intuitive and easy to navigate, with clear labels and consistent design elements.
Gold Rule
Keep it simple
Avoid clutter and unnecessary elements in the user interface to reduce cognitive load on users.
Word Origin
The term 'user interface' combines 'user' (someone who operates a system) and 'interface' (a point of interaction). It became widely used in the 1980s with the rise of personal computers.
Usage Notes
The term is commonly used in software development, web design, and human-computer interaction fields. It refers to both the visual design and the interactive elements of a system.
Word Breakdown
user
a person who operates or interacts with a system
rootinterface
a point of interaction or communication between systems or users
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