displaysammanhang

Displaysammanhang is a term used in Swedish-language discussions of digital interfaces to refer to the contextual framework surrounding a display element. It describes how surrounding information, labels, metadata, layout, and environmental conditions influence how content is interpreted.

In user interface design, addressing displaysammanhang means providing explicit context through captions, tooltips, descriptions, and descriptive headings to reduce ambiguity. In data visualization, including axis labels, units, legends, data sources, and notes helps ensure accurate interpretation of charts and graphs. In digital signage and responsive layouts, display context also encompasses device characteristics, localization, lighting, and accessibility settings that affect how content is presented and consumed.

The term is not widely standardized and may be used variably. It is often treated as a reminder to consider context as an integral part of the display rather than a peripheral detail afterthought. Related concepts include context in design, labeling, metadata, accessibility, and localization.