Title :
Dynamic queries for visual information seeking
Author :
Shneiderman, Ben
Author_Institution :
Dept. of Comput. Sci., Maryland Univ., College Park, MD, USA
Abstract :
Considers how dynamic queries allow users to "fly through" databases by adjusting widgets and viewing the animated results. In studies, users reacted to this approach with an enthusiasm more commonly associated with video games. Adoption requires research into retrieval and display algorithms and user-interface design. The author discusses how experts may benefit from visual interfaces because they will be able to formulate more complex queries and interpret intricate results.<>
Keywords :
database management systems; graphical user interfaces; human factors; query processing; animated results; complex queries; databases; display algorithms; dynamic queries; retrieval; user-interface design; visual information seeking; visual interfaces; widgets; Algorithm design and analysis; Animation; Application software; Command languages; Displays; Educational institutions; Games; Runtime; Technological innovation; Visual databases;
Journal_Title :
Software, IEEE
