Managing UI pattern collections

ABSTRACT

A large number of user interface (UI) pattern collections have been developed by different researchers. This paper discusses the main requirements for a tool to be used by researchers and user interface designers that can manage a repository of possibly disparate pattern collections. An analysis of the main requirements and specifications for such a tool has been carried out. Pattern tools have been surveyed to identify the functionality they provide. A framework for a UI pattern management tool has been developed in the light of the analysis and the survey.

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INDEX TERMS

Primary Classification:
  H. Information Systems
  H.5 INFORMATION INTERFACES AND PRESENTATION (I.7)
      H.5.2 User Interfaces (D.2.2, H.1.2, I.3.6)
          Subjects: Graphical user interfaces (GUI)

General Terms:
Human Factors, Management, Standardization

Keywords:
UI patterns, User Interface Design, pattern collections, pattern tools, pattern use