Bewertungsbalken

Bewertungsbalken, also known as rating bars or star ratings, are a common graphical user interface element used to visually represent a rating or score. They typically consist of a series of icons, most often stars, where a portion of the icons are filled to indicate the level of the rating. For example, if an item is rated 3.5 out of 5, three and a half stars would be filled.

These elements are widely employed on e-commerce websites, review platforms, and applications to provide users with an immediate understanding of user-generated feedback or the quality of a product or service. They offer a quick and intuitive way to gauge subjective opinions without requiring users to read through detailed reviews.

The implementation of Bewertungsbalken can vary. Some systems use a fixed number of icons, such as five stars, while others might offer a different scale. The interaction can be static, displaying an existing rating, or dynamic, allowing users to submit their own ratings by clicking or hovering over the icons. In some cases, partial filling of an icon, like a half-filled star, is used to represent fractional ratings. The underlying data for these bars is usually a numerical value that is then translated into the visual representation. They serve as a key component in user experience design, aiding in decision-making and providing a sense of community feedback.