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Button Quote by Neil Gaiman

“I need a special-shiny-greeny-stone. I have pressed that button many times, but nothing happens. Button? Don't you mean 'big-red-flat-pressy-thing? I most certainly do not. It is a button. I named it after my Aunt Button.” quote by Neil Gaiman
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““I need a special-shiny-greeny-stone. I have pressed that button many times, but nothing happens. Button? Don't you mean 'big-red-flat-pressy-thing? I most certainly do not. It is a button. I named it after my Aunt Button.””

Neil Gaiman

About This Quote

The speaker humorously describes a persistent, unresponsive button, highlighting frustration with ineffective tools.

In simple terms: Frustration with a useless button.

Key Takeaway

Seek better solutions when tools fail.

Themes

frustration technology humor

Mood

irry light‑hearted

Type

satirical observational

When to use this quote

  • software debugging
  • hardware troubleshooting
  • customer support
  • DIY projects

Key Concepts

communication inefficiency design flaws

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does the “button” symbolize in your work?
  • How can you clarify expectations to avoid confusion?
A Different Perspective

The humor may mask deeper issues of miscommunication or poor design.

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