The incrementor: a graphical technique for manipulating parameters

ABSTRACT

Description: The incrementor is a visually compact, flexible, and consistent mechanism for modifying the variables presented to the user. A locator (i.e., mouse) with two buttons is the required input device. The names of the variables appear in the center of one or two pairs of arrows, and the value of the variable appears just below the right arrow and to the left of the up arrow (Figures 1 and 2).

REFERENCES

• 1: Ressler S. Tiletool: A graphical interface for the exploration of generalized penrose tilings. National Bureau of Standards, Internal Report NBSIR-86-3488.

INDEX TERMS

Primary Classification:
  I. Computing Methodologies
  I.3 COMPUTER GRAPHICS
      I.3.6 Methodology and Techniques
          Subjects: Interaction techniques

Additional 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: Input devices and strategies (e.g., mouse, touchscreen); Interaction styles (e.g., commands, menus, forms, direct manipulation)

General Terms:
Design, Human Factors