Understanding Tacit Knowledge in Graphic Design: Characteristics, Instances, Approaches, and Guidelines

Concetti Chiave

The author explores the characteristics, instances, and support of tacit knowledge in graphic design to enhance understanding and application.

Sintesi

The content delves into the nature of tacit knowledge in graphic design, highlighting its challenges and importance. Through interviews and a literature review, the authors identify key elements, actions, and purposes of tacit knowledge. The study reveals gaps in existing approaches to support tacit knowledge in graphic design.

Despite the demand for professional graphic design knowledge, sharing tacit knowledge remains challenging due to its inherent nature. The study aims to bridge this gap by identifying specific instances of tacit knowledge through interviews with experts and analyzing existing approaches' coverage.

Key findings include the prominence of inner design elements like color and font in revealing tacit knowledge. Actions related to manipulation are well-supported by prior approaches, while cognition actions receive less coverage. Purpose-wise, visual aspects are prioritized over individual design style considerations.

Through a systematic literature review, the study uncovers areas where existing approaches lack support for certain elements, actions, and purposes of tacit knowledge in graphic design.

Statistiche

123 instances collected from professional graphic designers.
14 characteristics identified through a literature review.
43 papers reviewed in a systematic literature review.
Average coverage ratio calculated for each element, action, and purpose code level.

Citazioni

"No explicit support for cognitive actions related to tacit knowledge."
"Utilization actions receive more attention than cognition in prior approaches."
"Manipulation-related actions are well-supported by existing graphic design approaches."

Approfondimenti chiave tratti da

Demystifying Tacit Knowledge in Graphic Design

by Kihoon Son,D... alle arxiv.org 03-12-2024

https://arxiv.org/pdf/2403.06252.pdf

Domande più approfondite

How can designers effectively communicate their intuition-based tacit knowledge?

Designers can effectively communicate their intuition-based tacit knowledge by incorporating visual aids, such as sketches, mood boards, or design prototypes. These visual representations can help convey abstract concepts and ideas that are difficult to articulate verbally. Additionally, designers can use storytelling techniques to narrate the thought process behind their design decisions, providing context and rationale for their intuitive choices. Collaborative workshops or design critiques with peers can also be beneficial in sharing tacit knowledge, as they allow for discussions and feedback on the designer's intuitive insights.

How might incorporating user experience insights enhance the application of tacit knowledge in graphic design tools?

Incorporating user experience insights into graphic design tools can enhance the application of tacit knowledge by providing a deeper understanding of how users interact with designs. By analyzing user behavior, preferences, and pain points, designers can tailor their intuitive decisions to create more effective and engaging designs. This insight allows designers to anticipate user needs and expectations better, leading to more successful outcomes in terms of usability and engagement.

What strategies can be implemented to bridge the gap between cognition-related actions and existing support systems?

To bridge the gap between cognition-related actions (such as possess, feel) and existing support systems in graphic design tools:

Interactive Design Workshops: Conduct interactive workshops where designers can share their cognitive processes behind decision-making with team members.

Knowledge Sharing Platforms: Implement digital platforms within design tools that allow designers to document their cognitive insights through annotations or notes.

Training Programs: Offer training programs focused on enhancing cognitive skills like prediction or judgment within the context of graphic design tasks.

User-Centered Design Approach: Adopt a user-centered design approach that considers how users perceive information intuitively when designing interfaces for graphic design tools.

By implementing these strategies, designers will have better support in communicating and utilizing cognition-related actions within existing systems effectively.