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*Can represent motion through ghosting of multiple images | *Can represent motion through ghosting of multiple images | ||
*Are particularly useful in computers because they often permit the actual overlay of images, and rapid cycling. | *Are particularly useful in computers because they often permit the actual overlay of images, and rapid cycling. | ||
== External links == | |||
*http://www.edwardtufte.com/ | |||
== References == | == References == | ||
*[Gales, 1999]: Larry Gales, [http://www.washington.edu/computing/training/561/zz-tufte.html ''Graphics and Web Design Based on Edward Tufte's Principles''], Created at: 1999, Retrieved at: 2004. http://www.washington.edu/computing/training/561/zz-tufte.html | *[Gales, 1999]: Larry Gales, [http://www.washington.edu/computing/training/561/zz-tufte.html ''Graphics and Web Design Based on Edward Tufte's Principles''], Created at: 1999, Retrieved at: 2004. http://www.washington.edu/computing/training/561/zz-tufte.html | ||
[[Category: Glossary]] | [[Category: Glossary]] | ||
Revision as of 12:42, 13 October 2005
As Edward Tufte states, small multiples refer to the principle of using fractions of information representing aspects of a single phenomenon to illustrate differences or changes in it.
They typically appear as sets of thumbnail sized graphics — using the same measures and scale — on a single page. They:
- Depict comparison, enhance dimensionality, motion, and are good for multivariate displays
- Invite comparison, contrasts, and show the scope of alternatives or range of options
- Can represent motion through ghosting of multiple images
- Are particularly useful in computers because they often permit the actual overlay of images, and rapid cycling.
External links
References
- [Gales, 1999]: Larry Gales, Graphics and Web Design Based on Edward Tufte's Principles, Created at: 1999, Retrieved at: 2004. http://www.washington.edu/computing/training/561/zz-tufte.html