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Buttons Quote by Pauline Oliveros

“I can't really deal with buttons. And that's what I keep saying, "Okay, I can't push buttons, because that means I have to take my hands off the keyboard or the buttons or whatever. Don't you understand!" .” quote by Pauline Oliveros
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“I can't really deal with buttons. And that's what I keep saying, "Okay, I can't push buttons, because that means I have to take my hands off the keyboard or the buttons or whatever. Don't you understand!" .”

Pauline Oliveros

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About This Quote

Expresses frustration with multitasking that forces one to abandon a primary tool, highlighting the tension between physical interaction and mental focus.

In simple terms: Struggles with switching from keyboard to buttons.

Key Takeaway

Physical actions can disrupt cognitive flow.

Themes

frustration multitasking focus physical interaction cognitive load

Mood

annoyed exasperated

Type

personal anecdote tech criticism

When to use this quote

  • software development
  • live performance
  • gaming
  • data entry

Key Concepts

attention tool ergonomics

Practical Applications

  • designing ergonomic interfaces
  • creating hands‑free workflows

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we reduce the need for manual switches?
  • What alternatives preserve continuity?

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