Design Mapping
Psychology & UX Laws · mental models
Updated 2026-07-28
- Mapping connects controls to outcomes.
- Good mapping feels natural.
- Examples:
Volume slider:
- Move right, volume increases.
Calendar:
- Click date, date appears.
Toggle:
- Switch direction matches state.
- Poor mapping creates confusion.
- The relationship between action and result should be obvious.
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