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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


== External links ==
*http://www.edwardtufte.com/


[[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