ezpz presentation

EZPZ browser #Interactivism #EZPZ

Interactivism hackday 2011

The problem

• The internet can be intimidating and complex for many people

• Browsers currently make this worse• Instead, they could make it better

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The answer

• Cut back interface elements to the bare minimum – elements that are most useful to the target audience

• Replace jargon with clear signposting• Friendly clear copy and visuals• Large obvious buttons, clickable things that feel

clickable• Clear (but not overwhelming) help function• Use of existing conventions – where appropriate

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Start screen (first visit)EZPZ BrowserInteractivism 2011

Start screen (advanced user)EZPZ BrowserInteractivism 2011

Browser windowEZPZ BrowserInteractivism 2011

Contextual help toggleEZPZ BrowserInteractivism 2011

Tech demo(hopefully)

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What next?• Large-scale user testing with 27,000 RSA

fellows• Custom search results• Easy to adapt for Mobile, tablet & IPTV• Scaling up the interface for advanced users• Configuration options for motor, visual,

hearing and motor impairments• Support for assistive tech – alternative input

devices, screenreaders, speech input etc.

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