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Analysis of graphical user interfaces of music services taking into account universal design principles

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: While creating services, great emphasis is placed on usability and accessibility of the user interface. These elements allow applications to reach the widest possible audience. The purpose of this study was to examine the impact of contrast, font size and Universal Design principles on the usability of music services. The evaluations were carried out with the help of two applications, first that meets and second that does not meet WCAG 2.1 and Universal Design principles. Using eye tracking technology, LUT and SUS surveys and the WAVE tool. Twenty-one participants took part in the eye tracker study. Comparative factors were average times to first fixation, number of fixations and survey results. The results showed that the use of Universal Design principles and WCAG 2.1 has a significant impact on the accessibility and usability of applications.

Source: Journal of Computer Sciences Institute

DOI: 10.35784/jcsi.6311

Authors: Damian Mydlak, Kacper Adamiak, Maria Skublewska-Paszkowska

Institution: Lublin University of Technology

Language: English

Topic: Digital Accessibility for Disabilities

Subfield: Human Factors and Ergonomics

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Reduced inequalities

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4405913785

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