WYSIWYGnäkymä

WYSIWYGnäkymä, a Finnish term, translates to "What You See Is What You Get" (WYSIWYG) view. This concept is prevalent in various software applications, particularly those involving content creation and editing. The core principle of a WYSIWYG view is to present the content to the user in a manner that closely resembles its final output. This means that formatting, layout, and visual elements as they appear on the screen during the editing process are intended to be identical or very similar to how they will appear when printed, published online, or presented in their final form.

In practice, this eliminates the need for users to rely on complex markup languages or abstract code to understand how their content will look. Instead, they can directly manipulate and observe the visual representation of their work. Examples of WYSIWYG interfaces can be found in word processors like Microsoft Word, website builders such as Wix or Squarespace, and email composers. The objective is to simplify the user experience and make content creation more intuitive, especially for individuals who may not have extensive technical expertise. The WYSIWYGnäkymä aims to bridge the gap between the creation process and the final presentation, providing immediate visual feedback.