The document discusses the importance of usability in design and provides definitions and principles for creating usable interfaces and products. It defines usability as making sure things are easy to use and useful for intended users. Key concepts discussed include constraints, affordances, metaphors, recognition versus recall, and tips for usability like following conventions, not relying on instructions, and simplifying designs. Important works on usability and user experience are also referenced.

3. If it needs instructions, it's badly designed

4. Recognition vs Recall

5. Constraints Affordances Metaphors

6. Constraints Affordances Metaphors

7. Constraints Affordances Metaphors

8. Doors & Taps

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15. For every foolproof invention there is a new improved fool