Operable controls are elements in a user interface that allow users to input, select, modify, or execute commands.
- Buttons:
- Appearance: Rectangular with text indicating an action.
- Function: When clicked, immediately performs the described action.
- Text Entry/Read-only Controls:
- Type: Fields where text is entered or modified through the keyboard.
- Use: Entering information or displaying read-only text.
- Selection Controls:
- Purpose: Display all possible options or choices for a property.
- Interaction: Users choose from displayed options, sometimes involving scrolling.
- Examples: Radio buttons, check boxes, list boxes, drop-down menus.
- Combination Entry/Selection Controls:
- Nature: Combines characteristics of both text and selection fields.
- Use: Allows users to type information or select from a predefined list.
- Examples: Spin boxes, attached combination boxes, drop-down menus.