#user-interface
#user-interface

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Artificial intelligence

Thesys introduces generative UI API for building AI apps

Thesys has launched C1, a generative UI API that enables real-time creation of user interfaces using AI-driven outputs.

6 hours ago

Business intelligence

Finance leaders are 'losing visibility as expense management grows more complex' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Expense management is becoming complex, and many businesses struggle with visibility and compliance amid rising costs.

Women in technology

Cursor, "vibe coding," and Manus: the UX revolution that AI needs

Current AI tools still rely on prompt engineering rather than intuitive interfaces, limiting their accessibility to users.

fromInfoWorld

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Artificial intelligence

Thesys introduces generative UI API for building AI apps

Thesys has launched C1, a generative UI API that enables real-time creation of user interfaces using AI-driven outputs.

6 hours ago

Business intelligence

Finance leaders are 'losing visibility as expense management grows more complex' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Expense management is becoming complex, and many businesses struggle with visibility and compliance amid rising costs.

Microsoft rolls out updated Copilot app to Windows 11 testers

Microsoft has revamped its Copilot AI app for Windows 11, enhancing the user interface and functionality with a query history panel.

Artificial intelligence

fromTheregister

Microsoft: Why not let our Copilot fly your computer?

Microsoft Copilot will allow AI agents to interact with computers through standard GUI operations like clicking buttons, extensions to enhance automation.

Bing Testing Outlining Search Result Snippets

Microsoft is enhancing Bing Search results with outlined snippets for better visibility and user interaction.

Video games

fromThe Verge

Here's the Steam on Xbox evidence Microsoft didn't want you to see

Microsoft is integrating Xbox and Windows for handhelds, hinting at a unified gaming interface.

A new Xbox UI may soon display Steam and Epic Games Store titles alongside Xbox games.

Gadgets

10 Windows features you aren't using, but should

Utilize new Windows features like Phone Link for SMS codes and Windows Dictation for voice typing to enhance productivity.

1 day ago

Mobile UX

Bing Testing Microsoft Name Removed From Logo

Microsoft is testing a simplified Bing search bar design by removing the brand name next to its logo.

Microsoft rolls out updated Copilot app to Windows 11 testers

Microsoft has revamped its Copilot AI app for Windows 11, enhancing the user interface and functionality with a query history panel.

Artificial intelligence

fromTheregister

Microsoft: Why not let our Copilot fly your computer?

Microsoft Copilot will allow AI agents to interact with computers through standard GUI operations like clicking buttons, extensions to enhance automation.

Bing Testing Outlining Search Result Snippets

Microsoft is enhancing Bing Search results with outlined snippets for better visibility and user interaction.

Video games

fromThe Verge

Here's the Steam on Xbox evidence Microsoft didn't want you to see

Microsoft is integrating Xbox and Windows for handhelds, hinting at a unified gaming interface.

A new Xbox UI may soon display Steam and Epic Games Store titles alongside Xbox games.

Gadgets

10 Windows features you aren't using, but should

Utilize new Windows features like Phone Link for SMS codes and Windows Dictation for voice typing to enhance productivity.

1 day ago

Mobile UX

Bing Testing Microsoft Name Removed From Logo

Microsoft is testing a simplified Bing search bar design by removing the brand name next to its logo.

Design

Is Meta Stock A Buy, Sell, or Hold Before April 30?

Utilizing Chart Templates enhances efficiency in charting.

Switching the Market flag personalizes data to your region.

Interactive Chart menu allows for advanced customization.

Navigation through symbols with arrows simplifies analysis.

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Design

Snap-on's Quarterly Earnings Preview: What You Need to Know

Saving chart settings as templates improves efficiency.

Switching the Market flag provides localized data.

Right-clicking opens more interactive chart options.

Arrow keys facilitate symbol navigation.

fromBarchart.com

1 day ago

Design

Is Meta Stock A Buy, Sell, or Hold Before April 30?

Utilizing Chart Templates enhances efficiency in charting.

Switching the Market flag personalizes data to your region.

Interactive Chart menu allows for advanced customization.

Navigation through symbols with arrows simplifies analysis.

fromBarchart.com

Design

Snap-on's Quarterly Earnings Preview: What You Need to Know

Saving chart settings as templates improves efficiency.

Switching the Market flag provides localized data.

Right-clicking opens more interactive chart options.

Arrow keys facilitate symbol navigation.

more#chart-customization

5 days ago

Graphic design

Can we get rid of these misconceptions about design systems?

Design systems are crucial for efficient design practices but remain misunderstood by many.

#python

fromPython GUIs

2 days ago

Mobile UX

Kivy Complex UX Widgets: A Comprehensive Guide

Kivy's framework supports complex GUI applications with advanced widgets.

fromMouse Vs Python

Typography

Textual - How to Add Widgets to a Container - Mouse Vs Python

Textual simplifies terminal UI development in Python, enabling easy widget arrangements using containers.

fromWingware

Web frameworks

Wing Python IDE 11 Early Access - March 27, 2025 - Wing Python IDE

Wing 11 introduces enhanced AI development tools, improved localization, and several user interface improvements to boost productivity for Python developers.

fromPython GUIs

2 days ago

Mobile UX

Kivy Complex UX Widgets: A Comprehensive Guide

Kivy's framework supports complex GUI applications with advanced widgets.

fromMouse Vs Python

Typography

Textual - How to Add Widgets to a Container - Mouse Vs Python

Textual simplifies terminal UI development in Python, enabling easy widget arrangements using containers.

fromWingware

Web frameworks

Wing Python IDE 11 Early Access - March 27, 2025 - Wing Python IDE

Wing 11 introduces enhanced AI development tools, improved localization, and several user interface improvements to boost productivity for Python developers.

Mobile UX

Lock screen widgets are coming with Android 16

Google reintroduces lock screen widgets to Android devices, starting with Pixel Tablet and expanding with Android 16.

fromArs Technica

Mobile UX

Chrome's new dynamic bottom bar gives websites a little more room to breathe

Google is enhancing Chrome for Android with an edge-to-edge experience, providing more screen space for content.

fromEngadget

Mobile UX

Gmail on Android tablets and foldables now has an adjustable layout

Android users can now adjust the divider in Gmail to customize their view of messages and conversations.

fromGSMArena.com

Mobile UX

Lock screen widgets are coming with Android 16

Google reintroduces lock screen widgets to Android devices, starting with Pixel Tablet and expanding with Android 16.

fromArs Technica

Mobile UX

Chrome's new dynamic bottom bar gives websites a little more room to breathe

Google is enhancing Chrome for Android with an edge-to-edge experience, providing more screen space for content.

fromEngadget

Mobile UX

Gmail on Android tablets and foldables now has an adjustable layout

Android users can now adjust the divider in Gmail to customize their view of messages and conversations.

New PS5 Update Brings Back Classic Console UI Designs

Sony's PS5 update on April 24 will restore UI designs inspired by past consoles, enhancing user customization options.

A new Accessibility feature, Audio Focus, enables sound adjustments for improved gameplay experience.

fromTechCrunch

YouTube TV is getting a redesign this summer | TechCrunch

YouTube will redesign its TV interface for improved user experience and launch new features this summer.

fromSocial Media Today

X Experiments With Updated Video Playback UI

X is revamping its video UI to enhance focus on content and boost engagement.

Lightweight Single & Multi-Month Picker jQuery Plugin

A lightweight jQuery month picker plugin simplifies month selection for users, enhancing data input accuracy and consistency.

JavaScript

7 Hottest UI Component Libraries of 2025-Copy and Paste

UI component libraries enhance web design by offering easy-to-use, pre-coded components that save time and effort.

The latest libraries integrate seamlessly with frameworks like React and Tailwind CSS for efficient design processes.

fromJoshwcomeau

JavaScript

Container Queries Unleashed * Josh W. Comeau

Container queries revolutionize responsive design by allowing UIs to adapt based on container size, not just viewport size.

Mobile UX

CSS Carousels | CSS-Tricks

The CSS Overflow Module Level 5 enhances carousel design with Scroll Buttons and Scroll Markers.

jQuery

Implement Accelerated Mouse/Touch Hold Events with jQuery

The jquery-event-holdrepeat plugin allows for customizable press-and-hold events with repeated actions at configurable intervals.

JavaScript

jQuery Range Slider Plugin with Synchronized Inputs (1.34KB)

Lightweight jQuery range slider plugin enables dual-handle range selection with real-time synchronization to input fields.

jQuery

Lightweight Single & Multi-Month Picker jQuery Plugin

A lightweight jQuery month picker plugin simplifies month selection for users, enhancing data input accuracy and consistency.

JavaScript

7 Hottest UI Component Libraries of 2025-Copy and Paste

UI component libraries enhance web design by offering easy-to-use, pre-coded components that save time and effort.

The latest libraries integrate seamlessly with frameworks like React and Tailwind CSS for efficient design processes.

fromJoshwcomeau

JavaScript

Container Queries Unleashed * Josh W. Comeau

Container queries revolutionize responsive design by allowing UIs to adapt based on container size, not just viewport size.

Mobile UX

CSS Carousels | CSS-Tricks

The CSS Overflow Module Level 5 enhances carousel design with Scroll Buttons and Scroll Markers.

jQuery

Implement Accelerated Mouse/Touch Hold Events with jQuery

The jquery-event-holdrepeat plugin allows for customizable press-and-hold events with repeated actions at configurable intervals.

JavaScript

jQuery Range Slider Plugin with Synchronized Inputs (1.34KB)

Lightweight jQuery range slider plugin enables dual-handle range selection with real-time synchronization to input fields.

more#web-development

#web-design

Web design

Google Testing More Favicon Designs In Google Search

Google is experimenting with new favicon designs in Search, updating the aesthetics like border colors and styles.

From Real to Digital: How UI Components are Inspired from Real World Objects

Web design mimics real-life interactions, making interfaces intuitive.

UX design

Using CSS backdrop-filter for UI Effects | CSS-Tricks

CSS backdrop-filter enables stylish UI designs, particularly the frosted glass effect, enhancing visual appeal.

Effective use of backdrop filter depends on combining it with other CSS effects and understanding background settings.

React

Styling with the CSS box-shadow property - LogRocket Blog

Box-shadow enhances UI elements visually and functionally.

Shadows can be controlled in size, blur, spread, and color.

Understanding shadow behavior is key for realistic CSS effects.

Web design

Google Testing More Favicon Designs In Google Search

Google is experimenting with new favicon designs in Search, updating the aesthetics like border colors and styles.

From Real to Digital: How UI Components are Inspired from Real World Objects

Web design mimics real-life interactions, making interfaces intuitive.

UX design

Using CSS backdrop-filter for UI Effects | CSS-Tricks

CSS backdrop-filter enables stylish UI designs, particularly the frosted glass effect, enhancing visual appeal.

Effective use of backdrop filter depends on combining it with other CSS effects and understanding background settings.

React

Styling with the CSS box-shadow property - LogRocket Blog

Box-shadow enhances UI elements visually and functionally.

Shadows can be controlled in size, blur, spread, and color.

Understanding shadow behavior is key for realistic CSS effects.

Apple preparing for a major software overhaul of iPhone, iPad, Mac: report

Apple is planning a significant software overhaul for its devices to improve interface consistency and user navigation.

One day, you'll fold your Mac and pop it in your pocket

Apple aims to enhance multitasking and window management on iPad, making processes easier and more intuitive.

Apple

fromNew York Post

Apple preparing for a major software overhaul of iPhone, iPad, Mac: report

Apple is planning a significant software overhaul for its devices to improve interface consistency and user navigation.

One day, you'll fold your Mac and pop it in your pocket

Apple aims to enhance multitasking and window management on iPad, making processes easier and more intuitive.

more#apple

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UX design

Using PySide6 Actions, Toolbars and Menus

Toolbars enhance user interfaces by providing quick access to common tasks with ease of use.

#bing

Marketing tech

Daily Search Forum Recap: February 21, 2025

Google Ads RSAs can now include a secondary headline in sitelinks, enhancing ad effectiveness.

Google will no longer show ads on parked domains by default, changing ad visibility dynamics.

New tests are happening for Google hotel results and Bing Copilot AI innovations.

Mobile UX

Microsoft Bing Tests Dark Gray Backgrounds For Favicons

Microsoft is testing a dark gray background for favicons in Bing Search snippets.

Marketing tech

Bing Testing Ad Labels Not In Blue

Bing is experimenting with different ad label designs, shifting from blue to black text on white backgrounds.

Miscellaneous

Bing Webmaster Tools Updates Date Selector Interface

Bing Webmaster Tools has simplified date range selection in performance reports, enhancing user experience.

The update resolves a prior bug related to long-term data visualization.

Marketing tech

Daily Search Forum Recap: February 21, 2025

Google Ads RSAs can now include a secondary headline in sitelinks, enhancing ad effectiveness.

Google will no longer show ads on parked domains by default, changing ad visibility dynamics.

New tests are happening for Google hotel results and Bing Copilot AI innovations.

Mobile UX

Microsoft Bing Tests Dark Gray Backgrounds For Favicons

Microsoft is testing a dark gray background for favicons in Bing Search snippets.

Marketing tech

Bing Testing Ad Labels Not In Blue

Bing is experimenting with different ad label designs, shifting from blue to black text on white backgrounds.

Miscellaneous

Bing Webmaster Tools Updates Date Selector Interface

Bing Webmaster Tools has simplified date range selection in performance reports, enhancing user experience.

The update resolves a prior bug related to long-term data visualization.

more#bing

fromEntrepreneur

Toronto startup

Save Your Operating Budget: Upgrade Team PCs for $15 Each | Entrepreneur

Windows 11 Pro upgrade at $15 per license enhances team productivity with tools like Copilot and improved UI.

fromHackernoon

Mobile UX

Codeless Test Automation is Beneficial, but Not a Complete Replacement for All Testing | HackerNoon

Codeless automation testing allows non-coders to efficiently verify website functionality without programming knowledge.

#media-management

fromVulture

Marketing tech

Jen Salke's Exit Won't Fix Amazon's Prime Video Problem

Jen Salke acknowledged Prime Video's poor user interface in 2018, promising improvements, but actual changes took four years to materialize.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

Television

Disney+ releases 'Remove' from 'Continue Watching' feature on TVs, web and mobile devices

Disney+ now allows users to easily remove titles from their 'Continue Watching' list on all devices.

fromVulture

Marketing tech

Jen Salke's Exit Won't Fix Amazon's Prime Video Problem

Jen Salke acknowledged Prime Video's poor user interface in 2018, promising improvements, but actual changes took four years to materialize.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

Television

Disney+ releases 'Remove' from 'Continue Watching' feature on TVs, web and mobile devices

Disney+ now allows users to easily remove titles from their 'Continue Watching' list on all devices.

more#media-management

fromGameSpot

Video games

Switch 2's Main Menu Isn't That Different From The One On Nintendo Switch

Nintendo Switch 2's main menu is an iteration of the original design, featuring familiar elements and slight updates.

Official launch date for Nintendo Switch 2 is June 5.

#google

fromwww.seroundtable.com

Google Search New Grid Boxed Design

Google is experimenting with a grid-based design for search results focusing on select elements.

Mobile UX

Google Testing Indent Vertical Bars By Title & Descriptions Of Search Results

Google is testing vertical gray bars in search results for stylistic purposes despite unclear benefits.

fromwww.seroundtable.com

Google Search New Grid Boxed Design

Google is experimenting with a grid-based design for search results focusing on select elements.

Mobile UX

Google Testing Indent Vertical Bars By Title & Descriptions Of Search Results

Google is testing vertical gray bars in search results for stylistic purposes despite unclear benefits.

more#google

fromJeremymikkola

UX design

A UI might not make it easier

Self-serve access to systems is beneficial but not universally applicable; complexity can hinder its effectiveness.

Gadgets

SXSW 2025: AI doesn't give a damn about UI; Futurists are the hottest job on the market

AI is replacing traditional UI as the primary way users interact with technology, making it more intuitive and accessible.

#civilization-7

Video games

Civ 7 isn't even out yet and there's already a mod fixing its UI

Players criticize Civilization 7's UI and missing features, prompting early mod development to enhance gameplay experience.

fromKotaku

Video games

Fans Who Paid $100 To Play Civilization 7 Early Call It 'Unfinished'

Civilization 7's launch is challenging, facing criticism for its UI despite excitement about its new features.

Players note numerous UI issues detracting from gameplay experience in Civilization 7.

fromVG247

Europe news

Civilization 7 update 1.1.1 is now here, bringing new features and more UI polish, as outlined in this dev video that at one point features some slightly dodgy text spacing

Civilization 7's March update aims to address UI issues, but highlights ongoing problems with design and execution.

Video games

Civ 7 isn't even out yet and there's already a mod fixing its UI

Players criticize Civilization 7's UI and missing features, prompting early mod development to enhance gameplay experience.

fromKotaku

Video games

Fans Who Paid $100 To Play Civilization 7 Early Call It 'Unfinished'

Civilization 7's launch is challenging, facing criticism for its UI despite excitement about its new features.

Players note numerous UI issues detracting from gameplay experience in Civilization 7.

fromVG247

Europe news

Civilization 7 update 1.1.1 is now here, bringing new features and more UI polish, as outlined in this dev video that at one point features some slightly dodgy text spacing

Civilization 7's March update aims to address UI issues, but highlights ongoing problems with design and execution.

UX design

Frames X 2.9: Setting a Benchmark for a UI Kit

The reimagined UI kit introduces semantic gradients to enhance design complexity in Figma.

Angular

Frames X 2.9: Setting a Benchmark for a UI Kit

The Frames X Mono UI kit 2.9 introduces semantic gradient variables for a more flexible and aesthetically complex design experience in Figma.

UX design

Frames X 2.9: Setting a Benchmark for a UI Kit

The reimagined UI kit introduces semantic gradients to enhance design complexity in Figma.

Angular

Frames X 2.9: Setting a Benchmark for a UI Kit

The Frames X Mono UI kit 2.9 introduces semantic gradient variables for a more flexible and aesthetically complex design experience in Figma.

What is Fitts' law? UI examples and best practices - LogRocket Blog

Fitts' law emphasizes the importance of target size and distance in user interface design for improving usability.

Mobile UX

Progressive disclosure in UX design: Types and use cases - LogRocket Blog

Progressive disclosure simplifies user experiences by revealing information gradually, reducing cognitive overload.

What is Fitts' law? UI examples and best practices - LogRocket Blog

Fitts' law emphasizes the importance of target size and distance in user interface design for improving usability.

Mobile UX

Progressive disclosure in UX design: Types and use cases - LogRocket Blog

Progressive disclosure simplifies user experiences by revealing information gradually, reducing cognitive overload.

Rebuilding Prime Video UI with Rust and WebAssembly

The rebuilding of Prime Video UI for living room devices employs Rust and WebAssembly to address unique performance challenges.

Netflix fans vow to unsubscribe after streamer makes layout changes

Netflix users are unhappy with the new UI, resulting in threats to unsubscribe due to a less usable experience.

UX design

How to make text look clickable: A UX guide - LogRocket Blog

Clickable text should be designed to stand out to enhance user interaction and navigation.

fromMail Online

Netflix fans vow to unsubscribe after streamer makes layout changes

Netflix users are unhappy with the new UI, resulting in threats to unsubscribe due to a less usable experience.

UX design

How to make text look clickable: A UX guide - LogRocket Blog

Clickable text should be designed to stand out to enhance user interaction and navigation.

more#user-experience

fromTheregister

Apple

GIMP wakes up from seven-year coma with version 3.0

GIMP 3.0 marks a major upgrade with enhanced functionalities and user interface after several years of development.

fromBusiness Matters

Games

Review About MAX-WIN Casino: A Comprehensive Look at a Premier Gaming Destination

MAX-WIN Casino offers a reliable platform with a wide range of games, user-friendly interface, and strong security, making it ideal for all players.

Video games

Assassin's Creed Shadows improves on one of the series' best features

Assassin's Creed Shadows features an innovative objectives screen that improves player engagement through visual task connections and transparent progression tracking.

fromWattenberger

Our interfaces have lost their senses

Interfaces should embrace friction for deeper satisfaction and meaning in digital experiences.

Node JS

fromHackernoon

5 years ago

Making a Draggable Menu in React Using DndKit | HackerNoon

DnD Kit facilitates flexible drag-and-drop functionalities, ideal for creating customizable menu-like moving blocks.

fromInsideEVs

VW Design Boss Confirms Buttons Coming Back: 'It's A Car, Not A Phone'

Volkswagen is returning to physical controls in cars due to longstanding complaints about touchscreens being inadequate.

fromZDNET

Apple

I've tested every Linux email client - and this is the one to beat

Geary is a preferred email client for its clean UI and focus solely on email functionality.

#accounting

Software development

Newsletter March 2025

The article highlights recent improvements and new features added to the platform, enhancing user experience and system functionality.

Python

Newsletter February 2025

Focus on bug fixes and performance improvements accompanied by new feature introductions.

Software development

Newsletter March 2025

The article highlights recent improvements and new features added to the platform, enhancing user experience and system functionality.

Python

Newsletter February 2025

Focus on bug fixes and performance improvements accompanied by new feature introductions.

8 ways to make Windows 11 work like Windows 10

Windows 11 users can customize their settings to enhance familiarity and productivity.

Essential changes have been made in Windows 11 to restore familiar features.

fromGSMArena.com

Gadgets

Oppo and OnePlus rumored to replace alert slider with new button

The alert slider is evolving into a multi-purpose 'Rubik's Cube key' for enhanced functionality on OnePlus and Oppo flagship devices.

Wearables

Why enterprises are choosing smart glasses that talk - not overwhelm

Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses have sold over two million pairs since October 2023 by prioritizing simplicity and audio engagement over complex AR features.

fromwww.sitepoint.com

fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

JavaScript

How to transform the canvas objects while keeping opposite side fixed?

Resizing an object should occur from the edge being dragged, not from its center.

Web design

SmartKnob gives a hi-tech tactile experience that makes you feel like Tony Stark - Yanko Design

The SmartKnob offers precise control for computer functions with modern design, enhancing the user experience for tasks like adjusting volume and brightness.

fromCreative Bloq

Graphic design

Meet Opera Air, the web browser that wants you to disconnect

Opera's new browser, Opera Air, is designed to promote mindfulness and encourage users to take breaks from browsing.

Science

Nintendo patent confirms Joy-Con mouse functionality rumored for Switch 2

The device offers versatile input functionality with its innovative design catering to both left and right interactions.

fromAdobe

Django

Keyboard Shortcuts | eLearning

Captivate 12.5 does not allow direct keyboard shortcut customization from the properties panel as in previous versions.