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Subject:Re: Relative terms on interface From:Bob Gembey <bob -at- SUPERNOVA -dot- NL> Date:Fri, 13 Aug 1999 07:53:54 +0200
> > Sounds like you've run yourself up against single-word-overload. When
you
> > try to squeeze more work out of one single word than it's built for it
gets
> > a bit cryptic. Have you considered using explanatory sub-heads? They
help
> > greatly to tell the reader more clearly what awaits him. I'd be inclined
to
> > say something like
> >
> > ENHANCED
> > Allows colors, logos and graphic effects
> >
> > BASIC
> > For text-only reports
> >
> > But I don't know if your buttons/tabs allow this.
> >
Isn't that what tool-tips are for?
