Visual Thinking in Interface Design: Comparative Insights from Global and Chinese Perspectives
DOI: https://doie.org/10.0805/Fls.2024520011
Authors:Jing Zixuan , Ooi Boon Keat
Keywords:
Visual Thinking , Interface Design, Comparative Insights, Global Perspectives , Chinese Perspectives
Abstract:
In the contemporary digital age, visual thinking significantly enhances effective information transmission and user interaction experiences in interface design. Although previous studies have discussed the role of visual thinking, there is a lack of in-depth analysis on its cross-cultural application. This paper fills this gap by comparing the differences in the application of visual thinking between international contexts and the Chinese region. Utilizing scientometric methods and CiteSpace software, this study focuses on the impact of visual thinking in promoting user empowerment, interdisciplinary cooperation, and innovation in interface design. The research findings reveal that visual thinking exhibits distinct application characteristics across different cultural backgrounds, particularly in enhancing user experience, fostering social participation, and generating innovative design solutions. The analysis not only highlights the pivotal role of visual thinking in the innovation of interface design but also provides new directions for exploring its application in a globalized context and its impact on design education and interdisciplinary collaboration.
