When it comes to using any system based on either mechanistic or computer based operations, the requirement of an efficient interface is imminent. This is because, it is the interface that bridges the gap between the user’s brain and the internal processing of the system. This it does by providing effective display and handling options to the user, enabling him in giving the required commands. The understanding part between the user and the internal system is deeply strengthened using an Interface Control Document which is a necessary description and explanation to the working. Here are the important factors that make up a user interface.
User Input
The very basic component for the working of an interface is the user input. It is the commands that the system intakes to perform the action on. These commands are in prescribed formats and functions to be uniformly understood by the systems. User Input formats are the essential base for the formation of the entire coding of the function.
Format of the screens
Next essential component is the format of the display that will feature the interface. This factor creates a conducive environment altogether for featuring the different commands, functions and details to the user for understanding while working. Screen formats are a key factor in making the system compatible and universal for running as they contain file elements of varying sizes and formats.
Scripts for interaction dialogues
In case of more customer based applications, there is a need of an interactive service. As such the formats for the interface and the designs are made in a way that provides for engaging in effective interaction with the users. They contain pre-loaded scripts that can assist the user or can be read as a response from the user and by the system to perform the definitive set of functions.