Topic 3 ICT

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Flashcards on Topic 3 ICT, created by amy.collier14 on 26/05/2014.
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Facility that assists the user to produce the final product Like form wizard
Advantages of wizards and disadvantages • Save time for experienced users • Teach the user steps which they can follow independently the next time they do the task BUT • Reduce the individuality in documents • Document produced may not exactly suit the requirements of the user.
What is a template? A standard pre-set layout and formats available in majority of applications software. Eg on publisher
Advs of templates Standard formats to choose from. Documents will all be in company style.
What is a macro? A sequence of steps to perform a task. The user records each step and gives the macro a name
Advs and Disadvs of macros • Repetitive tasks can be performed by a simple operation (eg clicking a button) • Inexperienced users can perform complex BUT • The macro may not do exactly what the user wants • There may be errors if the conditions are different when the macro is run to when it was recorded
What is a tailored data entry forms?
Reasons for tailoring data entry screens? a. Consistency: if there are several forms, the buttons should be in the same place and look the same. If the data entered comes from the paper form then there should be consistency between paper form and the computer entry form. b. Relevance: the information on the screen should not be excessive but concise and useful. Every task should require the minimum of keystrokes to complete.
What do you need on a tailored entry form? Buttons Check buttons Group/frame Option button Text box Combo box Label Image List box
advs and dis of using tailored entry forms? Simple to enter the data but Technical knowledge required to create it
what is a house style? set of rules followed on all documents sent out by the company to maintain consistent appearance.
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