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GCSE ICT- Design Tools Revision - Coggle Diagram
GCSE ICT- Design Tools Revision
Flowcharts
Often used to show processes, workflows and decisions. Different shapes represent different steps you need to take.
Disadvantages::
Too many options make it too complicated to understand
A flowchart is a clear path of the goal/project you want to complete/achieve
Advantages::
Good at showing a clear route on how to achieve your final goal
Visualisation Diagrams
A visualisation diagram is a rough sketch/ layout of the final product and it focuses on the visual layot
Advantages:: Easy to understand and can be edit very easily
Disadvantages:: Doesn't work if the product involves history or a timeline
SIDE NOTE:: A visualisation diagram is a low fidelity design tool
Wireframes
A wireframe is the best design tool for planning a project...
Disadvantages::
Doesn't focus on any technical details, not suitable for use of a timeline and too much time can be spent on the small details it doesn't focus on the bigger picture
It is a rough outline of what the final product will be...
Advantages::
Clear to see what will be created, Help see where there might an issue and it's easy to edit and receive feedback...
SIDE NOTE:: You can get high and low fidelity design tools
Mindmaps
A mindmap is a way of organising/presenting information and explaining the links/relationships of it.
A presentation mindmap is used for presenting a company product
A library mindmap focuses on storing information in an organised fashion
A tunnel mindmap is good at organising the stages of a product
Advantages:: Easy to edit, good at linking ideas
Disadvantages:: If too many items are added it could get messy and confusing
