Clock Quote by Dan Ariely
““Use a clock in the upper righthand corner to indicate how much time the user has saved because of your product.””
About This Quote
Source Presentation: Design workshop, Dan Ariely, 2015
Show a visual timer in the UI to quantify time saved, reinforcing product value and user satisfaction.
In simple terms: Display a clock to highlight saved time.
Key Takeaway
Add a timer to illustrate efficiency.
Themes
UX design
productivity
user engagement
Mood
informative
practical
Type
instructional
business.
When to use this quote
- software dashboards
- mobile apps
- e‑commerce checkout
- customer onboarding
Key Concepts
behavioral economics
human‑computer interaction
Questions to Reflect On
- Will the timer improve perceived value?
- How to make the saved time feel tangible?
A Different Perspective
Users may ignore the timer if not prominent.
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