I actually think we can reach a semi-conclusion here: -Hover is best used for non-essential but useful 'extra' info. (tooltips, next-page previews, link highlights) -Hover can be used for functionality if it is an extension with a good default, or if it has a logical backup. (a second-row drop out menu can be defaulted to visible on a sub page)
-Hover items shouldn't be used where doing so will break the system for some users. -Hover items shouldn't be used where they 'gum up the works.' And some facts about hover states: -They hide information from the user. -They require hover ability from the user's physical interface. -They force your interface to be discoverable Will . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Posted from the new ixda.org http://www.ixda.org/discuss?post=35525 ________________________________________________________________ Welcome to the Interaction Design Association (IxDA)! To post to this list ....... [EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe ................ http://www.ixda.org/unsubscribe List Guidelines ............ http://www.ixda.org/guidelines List Help .................. http://www.ixda.org/help
