Similarity

A Gestalt Principle that describes how elements that look alike are perceived to have the same function

Why it matters

It sorts the interface before reading does: things that look alike are assumed to behave alike. The contract cuts both ways — style two different actions identically and users will try them interchangeably.

Related terms

Elements
Common Region
Gestalt Principles
Proximity
Affordance

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