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Why Are Things So Hard to Use?: Learning from Design Failures

Why Are Things So Hard to Use?: Learning from Design Failures

Kortum, Philip

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Technology & EngineeringGeneral ComputersIndustrial Design

Publisher Price: $54.99

PREORDER - Expected ship date November 30, 2026

ISBN10: 104134399X
ISBN13: 9781041343998
Publisher: CRC Press
Published: Nov 30 2026
Pages: 200
Language: English

Why Are Things So Hard To Use?: Learning From Design Failures explores the often-overlooked lessons hidden in poorly designed interfaces. While good design tends to go unnoticed, bad design leaves a lasting impression, frustrating users and highlighting what not to do.

Written in an engaging, first-person style, this book challenges UI/UX designers to rethink their approach by examining the critical role of failed designs in shaping better, more intuitive interfaces. Through ten distinct categories of design failures, such as neglecting user capabilities or failing to communicate effectively, the book provides real-world examples that are insightful and easy to grasp. With over 100 pictorial examples of design missteps and more than 40 examples of exceptional design, readers will gain a clear understanding of what works and what does not. The book addresses the challenges posed by emerging technologies like AI and voice interfaces, offering actionable recommendations to help designers create interfaces that truly meet user needs and lead them on a path to better design.

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