Feel Control Quote by Giles Colborne
““Fortunately, when it comes to designing for simplicity, the key emotional need is for users to feel that they’re in control.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Designing for Simplicity, 2020
Design should give users a sense of control, meeting their emotional need for simplicity.
In simple terms: Users need to feel in control for simple design.
Prioritize user empowerment.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- app development
- website redesign
- product onboarding
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can designers balance control with surprise?
- What cues best convey control to users?
Overemphasis on control can limit creative exploration.