eMMaC: Knowledge-Based Color Critiquing Support for Novice
Multimedia Authors
K. Nakakoji, B. N. Reeves, A. Aoki, H. Suzuki, K. Mizushima
ABSTRACT
Research in multimedia authoring has mainly focused on increasing
features available to the title designer. While not arguing against
rich functionality, we claim that simply adding more features to an
already complex multimedia authoring system does not solve fundamental
problems inherent in multimedia authoring tasks. Casual authors need
knowledge-based support to harness the power of high-functionality
authoring tools and produce good titles, ones which communicate the
contents effectively and efficiently. This paper addresses the
problem of color and image choice in static multimedia products.
Cognitive research on color suggests a domain model which serves as
basis for computer-based critiquing of color combinations and balance.
This paper focuses on a knowledge-based mechanism, eMMaC, which
critiques the use of color in a title under construction, describes
the theory underlying the critique, suggests appropriate color usage,
and helps users benefit from belonging to a community of users.
KEYWORDS
human factors, knowledge-based authoring environments, critiquing,
color usage, usability, user interfaces
source:
Proceedings of ACM Multimedia'95, ACM Press, San
Francisco, CA, pp.567-576, November, 1995.
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