This paper explores some design possibilities and constraints for 3D enhancements of graphical user interfaces. This is done with the aim of conveying more information in less screen space, while avoiding visual clutter. Design elements include the use of “slappedback” windows obtained by projecting windows and icons into three dimensions; “trays”, an alternative to folders or piles; the use of...

In order for automated information systems to be used effectively, they must be made easily accessible to a wide range of users and with short training periods. This work proposes a method of organizing documents based on the concepts of aggregation and generalization hierarchies. We propose a graphical user interface to provide a more intuitive form of Boolean query. This design is based on ma...