Input Quote by Jef Raskin
“The system should treat all user input as sacred.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Humane Interface, Jef Raskin, 2000
User input must be respected as valuable data, guiding system behavior and design decisions.
In simple terms: Treat user input as valuable.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize user input in design.
Themes
user-centered design
ethics
respect
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
principle
guideline
When to use this quote
- software development
- customer support
- feedback loops
- product testing
Key Concepts
human-computer interaction
design philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance respect for input with safety?
- When should we filter user data?
A Different Perspective
User input may be noisy or malicious, requiring validation.
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