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==Content Structure==
==Content Structure==
The content structure depends on how the underlying content of the application is organized. The content of KDE applications fall into 4 categories:
The content structure depends on how the underlying content of the application is organized. The content of KDE applications fall into 4 categories:
* '''Flat''' - When the pieces of application content are not grouped. Examples include a playlist, a slideshow or a list of documents or contacts. In this case, use [https://techbase.kde.org/Projects/Usability/HIG/Layout/NavigationPatterns#Patterns_for_a_flat_content_structure navigation patterns for a flat content structure].
* '''Flat''' - When the pieces of application content are not grouped. E.g. a playlist, a slideshow or a list of documents or contacts. Use [https://techbase.kde.org/Projects/Usability/HIG/Layout/NavigationPatterns#Patterns_for_a_flat_content_structure navigation patterns for a flat content structure].
* '''2-deep''' - When all application content are grouped into top-level categories. Examples include picture albums, music albums, email folders or tags. In this case, use [https://techbase.kde.org/Projects/Usability/HIG/Layout/NavigationPatterns#Patterns_for_a_2-deep_content_structure navigation patterns for a 2-deep content structure] .
* '''2-deep''' - When all application content are grouped into top-level categories. E.g. picture albums, music albums, email folders or tags. Use [https://techbase.kde.org/Projects/Usability/HIG/Layout/NavigationPatterns#Patterns_for_a_2-deep_content_structure navigation patterns for a 2-deep content structure] .
* '''3 deep''' - When all application content are grouped into categories, which are themselves be grouped into top-level categories. Content structures this deep should generally be avoided. There are instances, however, where it may be difficult to avoid. Examples include a full music or video library or system settings. In this case, use [https://techbase.kde.org/Projects/Usability/HIG/Layout/NavigationPatterns#Patterns_for_a_3-deep_content_structure navigation patterns for a 3-deep content structure].
* '''3 deep''' - When all application content are grouped into categories, which are themselves be grouped into top-level categories. Content structures this deep should generally be avoided where possible. E.g. a music or video library. Use [https://techbase.kde.org/Projects/Usability/HIG/Layout/NavigationPatterns#Patterns_for_a_3-deep_content_structure navigation patterns for a 3-deep content structure].
* '''n-deep''' - When content is infinitely groupable. Content structures this deep should be avoided. It is very difficult for the user to maintain awareness of their location in content structure relative to other content. There are instances, however, where this structure cannot be avoided. Examples include file systems and archives. In this case, use [https://techbase.kde.org/Projects/Usability/HIG/Layout/NavigationPatterns#Patterns_for_n-deep_content_structures navigation patterns for a n-deep content structure].
* '''n-deep''' - When content is infinitely groupable. Content structures this deep should be avoided since it is difficult for the user to maintain awareness of their location in content structure. Examples include file systems and archives. Use [https://techbase.kde.org/Projects/Usability/HIG/Layout/NavigationPatterns#Patterns_for_n-deep_content_structures navigation patterns for a n-deep content structure].

Revision as of 06:32, 25 September 2014

Organization

The organizational model describes how the system’s content and functionality are ordered and categorized. It made up of the command structure and content structure of the application

Command Structure

A command is any function performed by the application based on user input. Commands that perform similar functions may be grouped together. The collection of commands and command groups make up the command structure of the application. The command structure of KDE applications fall into three categories:


When designing an application, it may be unclear what the command structure should be.

  • Start by assuming a simple command structure and select an associated command pattern.
  • As the design evolves, if the selected pattern becomes inadequate for completing the primary tasks of the application, consider a pattern for a more complex command structure.

Content Structure

The content structure depends on how the underlying content of the application is organized. The content of KDE applications fall into 4 categories: