People perceive attractive interfaces as easier to use, and forgive small problems in them more readily.
Law · Perception
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perception
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The eye resolves complex arrangements into the simplest, most stable interpretation available.
Law · Perception
A strong impression in one area spills over into unrelated judgements about the same thing.
Cognitive bias · Judgement
Repeated exposure to something increases preference for it, which is why redesigns feel wrong before they feel right.
Psychology · Perception
The eye completes incomplete shapes, which is why a partially visible item signals that there is more.
UI foundation · Gestalt principles