A Task- and Role-Oriented Design Method for Multi-User Collaborative Interfaces
In multi-user collaborative interaction systems, the interface serves not only as a medium for human–computer interaction but also as a crucial channel for communication between users. Consequently, the quality of collaborative interface design directly impacts the overall effectiveness of the syste...
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| description | In multi-user collaborative interaction systems, the interface serves not only as a medium for human–computer interaction but also as a crucial channel for communication between users. Consequently, the quality of collaborative interface design directly impacts the overall effectiveness of the system. In collaborative systems, different users typically assume distinct roles, and task flows are typically more complex. Compared to single-user interfaces, multi-user collaborative interfaces must account for a broader range of collaboration requirements and characteristics. Although a substantial body of theoretical and practical research on user interface design exists, design methods specifically for multi-user collaborative interaction interfaces are still lacking. Therefore, this study builds on the existing theories and case studies of collaborative systems, extending user-centered design methods. The study emphasizes the analysis of task flows and role relationships in multi-user collaboration and integrates collaboration needs and characteristics throughout every stage of the interface design process. Ultimately, we propose a methodological framework for interface design tailored to multi-user collaborative interaction systems, aiming to provide theoretical support for the development of more advanced and comprehensive collaborative systems. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-6e4f830612474aeba66d481872e25b8a2025-08-20T03:43:51ZengMDPI AGSensors1424-82202025-03-01256176010.3390/s25061760A Task- and Role-Oriented Design Method for Multi-User Collaborative InterfacesXiaoxi Du0Menglian Yu1Zichen Zhang2Mu Tong3Yanfei Zhu4Chengqi Xue5School of Mechanical Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing 211189, ChinaSchool of Mechanical Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing 211189, ChinaSchool of Mechanical Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing 211189, ChinaSchool of Design, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510641, ChinaSchool of Mechanical Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing 211189, ChinaSchool of Mechanical Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing 211189, ChinaIn multi-user collaborative interaction systems, the interface serves not only as a medium for human–computer interaction but also as a crucial channel for communication between users. Consequently, the quality of collaborative interface design directly impacts the overall effectiveness of the system. In collaborative systems, different users typically assume distinct roles, and task flows are typically more complex. Compared to single-user interfaces, multi-user collaborative interfaces must account for a broader range of collaboration requirements and characteristics. Although a substantial body of theoretical and practical research on user interface design exists, design methods specifically for multi-user collaborative interaction interfaces are still lacking. Therefore, this study builds on the existing theories and case studies of collaborative systems, extending user-centered design methods. The study emphasizes the analysis of task flows and role relationships in multi-user collaboration and integrates collaboration needs and characteristics throughout every stage of the interface design process. Ultimately, we propose a methodological framework for interface design tailored to multi-user collaborative interaction systems, aiming to provide theoretical support for the development of more advanced and comprehensive collaborative systems.https://www.mdpi.com/1424-8220/25/6/1760collaborative interfacemulti-usertaskroledesign method |
| spellingShingle | Xiaoxi Du Menglian Yu Zichen Zhang Mu Tong Yanfei Zhu Chengqi Xue A Task- and Role-Oriented Design Method for Multi-User Collaborative Interfaces Sensors collaborative interface multi-user task role design method |
| title | A Task- and Role-Oriented Design Method for Multi-User Collaborative Interfaces |
| title_full | A Task- and Role-Oriented Design Method for Multi-User Collaborative Interfaces |
| title_fullStr | A Task- and Role-Oriented Design Method for Multi-User Collaborative Interfaces |
| title_full_unstemmed | A Task- and Role-Oriented Design Method for Multi-User Collaborative Interfaces |
| title_short | A Task- and Role-Oriented Design Method for Multi-User Collaborative Interfaces |
| title_sort | task and role oriented design method for multi user collaborative interfaces |
| topic | collaborative interface multi-user task role design method |
| url | https://www.mdpi.com/1424-8220/25/6/1760 |
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