Good design is clear thinking made visible, bad design is stupidity made visible
Edward TufteRead
The minimum we should hope for with any display technology is that it should do no harm.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Display technology should be safe and not cause any negative impact on users.
Edward Tufte emphasizes the fundamental expectation of display technologies: they must be designed in a way that does not cause any harm to users. This sentiment encourages developers and designers to focus on user well-being and the ethical implications of technology, especially in an age where screens dominate our visual experiences.
Themes
DisplayTechnologyHarmDesignEthics
In practice
Example use cases
In a presentation about user interface design, I would use this quote to highlight the importance of ethical considerations.
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