Gestalt principles refer to the way our brains process and organize visual information. These principles are used in UI design to create a cohesive and intuitive user experience. Some of the key Gestalt principles include:
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Proximity: This refers to the way elements that are close to each other are perceived as being related.
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Similarity: Elements that are similar in appearance are perceived as being part of the same group.
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Continuation: Our brains tend to follow lines or curves, and we perceive elements as being connected if they are aligned with each other.
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Closure: When elements are not completely enclosed, our brains fill in the gaps to perceive a complete shape.
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Figure-ground: We tend to perceive one element as the "figure" and the other elements as the "ground."
By applying these principles, designers can create more cohesive and intuitive layouts for UI elements.