dimsuggesting
Dimsuggesting is a term used in discussions of human–computer interaction and decision-support to describe a style of presenting suggestions that are deliberately framed with low certainty or low commitment. The aim is to subtly influence choices while preserving the user's sense of autonomy.
The term is a neologism, blending dim (subtle or faint) with suggesting. It has appeared in scholarly
Mechanisms of dimsuggesting include hedged language (for example, “you might consider”), weak commitments (“many people do
Applications and implications: In consumer apps, dimsuggesting can improve uptake of beneficial options while reducing resistance.
Measurement and critique: Researchers assess dimsuggesting through experiments that compare choice distributions, perceived influence, and satisfaction.