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{{Definition|A '''visual cue''' is a signal and reminder of something; aiming to be ''self–explanatory'' and [[Preattentive processing|preattentive]], it brings to mind knowledge from previous experiences providing a framework for its own interpretation.}}
{{Definition|A '''visual cue''' is a signal and reminder of something; aiming to be ''self–explanatory'' and [[Preattentive processing|preattentive]], it brings to mind knowledge from previous experiences providing a framework for its own interpretation.}}


[[Image:pictogrammes.gif|thumb|250px|Collection of pictogrammes]]
[[Image:pictogrammes.jpg|thumb|250px|Collection of pictogrammes]]


Through [[graphics design]] visual cues such as ''pictogrammes'' have a long history and are used to smoothen and standardize almost every kind of communication today.
Through [[graphics design]] visual cues such as ''pictogrammes'' have a long history and are used to smoothen and standardize almost every kind of communication today.

Revision as of 01:05, 28 April 2005

A visual cue is a signal and reminder of something; aiming to be self–explanatory and preattentive, it brings to mind knowledge from previous experiences providing a framework for its own interpretation.
File:Pictogrammes.jpg
Collection of pictogrammes

Through graphics design visual cues such as pictogrammes have a long history and are used to smoothen and standardize almost every kind of communication today.

References

  • [1]Sandra E. Moriarty, An Interpretive Study of Visual Cues in Advertising.