Can I find what I'm looking for?

In recent years, search engine research has grown rapidly in areas such as algorithms, strategies and architecture, increasing both effectiveness and quality of results. However, a very important aspect that is often neglected is the user interface. In this work we analyzed the interfaces of several popular search tools from the user's point of view, and collected individual feedback in order to determine whether it is possible to improve interface design Categories & Subject Descriptors: H.5.2 [Information Interfaces and Presentation]: User Interfaces ? User-centered design General Terms: Human Factors

• Type: Conference
• Year: 2004
• Where: WWW
• Authors: Patrizia Andronico, Marina Buzzi, Barbara Leporini
• Keywords: Interface Design Categories, Internet Technology, Popular Search Tools, User Interfaces, WWW 2004