Interfaces Quotes by Jef Raskin

An interface is humane if it is responsive to human needs and considerate of human frailties.

— Jef Raskin

Right now, computers, which are supposed to be our servant, are oppressing us.

— Jef Raskin

If our field is "to advance", we must - without displacing creativity and aesthetics - make sure our terminology is clear.

— Jef Raskin

Users do not care about what is inside the box, as long as the box does what they need done.

— Jef Raskin

The system should treat all user input as sacred.

— Jef Raskin

What I proposed was a computer that would be easy to use, mix text and graphics, and sell for about $1,000. Steve Jobs said…

— Jef Raskin

I am confident that we can do better than GUIs because the basic problem with them (and with the Linux and Unix interfaces) is…

— Jef Raskin

What users want is convenience and results.

— Jef Raskin

As far as the customer is concerned, the interface is the product.

— Jef Raskin

When you have to choose among methods, your locus of attention is drawn from the task and temporarily becomes the decision itself.

— Jef Raskin

A well-designed and humane interface does not need to be split into beginner and expert subsystems.

— Jef Raskin

A computer shall not waste your time or require you to do more work than is strictly necessary.

— Jef Raskin