sorry, some messages aren't going to both lists; Rob and I were discussing simple (google like) vs. complex (library GUI like) search interfaces.

On Feb 24, 2005, at 9:54 AM, Dr Robert Sanderson wrote:

That's fine, so long as we have both options.

Sure, that's all I'm arguing for :)

Nice to see we can argue about something we agree on ;-)

But the issue is important for GUI design. I think often people start with the complex search interface with the other being an afterthought. I believe the simple query is essential, because it's the most common method by which a user finds stuff.

In Endnote, BTW, you have a table view, with different columns. Clicking a column sorts on that field. If you type on the keyboard, it filters based on that. It's slow and awkward. I want something like that, only much better; my google field at the top of the table display.

Bruce


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