User Interface Evaluation of the iWareBatik App: Applying Don Norman’s User-Centered Design Principles

Atlantis highlights in social sciences, education and humanities/Atlantis Highlights in Social Sciences, Education and Humanities 2026 Book chapter Open access

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Authors: Kartika Magdalena Suwanto
DOI: 10.2991/978-94-6239-612-8_18
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Abstract

In the digital era, mobile applications serve as powerful tools to support cultural preservation and user education.iWareBatik is a mobile app developed to promote Indonesian batik through interactive and AI-based content.This study aims to evaluate the app's user interface (UI) using Don Norman's User-Centered Design (UCD) principles through a heuristic evaluation method.The analysis reveals strengths in navigation and layout clarity, but also identifies usability issues related to visual consistency, feedback, and affordance.The findings provide actionable recommendations for improving the UI and emphasize the role of user-centered principles in designing culturally sensitive digital interfaces.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Usability and User Interface Design Innovative Human-Technology Interaction Interactive and Immersive Displays

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Journal / source
Atlantis highlights in social sciences, education and humanities/Atlantis Highlights in Social Sciences, Education and Humanities
Pages
224–237
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Book chapter