BEGINNER ESSENTIAL
Layout
The placement, size, and arrangement of interface elements.
An everyday example
Furniture placement affects movement.
See how these concepts connect
- Submit orderButton action
- PreparingLoading
- Unavailable: choose againError & recovery
- Order confirmedSuccess
This is one possible failure-and-recovery path, not a mandatory failure. Explain what is happening and offer usable recovery.
Where this term is useful
These are related contexts, not prerequisites.
Back in the project
When it comes up: When describing and reviewing interface design.
What to do next: Order content around the main task and check the mobile arrangement.
Open the related method and stepsWhat can this analogy leave out?
Appearance and usability need separate checks; do not rely on color or icons alone.
Everyday examples explain roles and relationships; actual behavior follows the tool, language, or platform.