indicateddisplayed

Indicateddisplayed is a term used in human–computer interaction to describe a design approach in which information is presented through both indicators and explicit displays. The term blends indicated, signals that hint at a state, with displayed, content that is visible and interpretable.

In this pattern, information is conveyed via two modalities: indicators provide quick cues about status, progress, or category, while the corresponding displays present the precise data. The aim is to support rapid scanning and accessibility by letting users grasp state at a glance and read details when needed.

Examples include a file upload widget that shows a status icon (indicator) alongside a displayed progress percentage; a form field with a red border (indicator) and an inline error message (display); or a weather app that uses a weather icon (indicator) with a textual temperature.

Implementation considerations include consistency in iconography and color for indicators, ensuring alignment between indicator state and displayed content, and accessibility for assistive technologies. Potential drawbacks include visual clutter and redundancy if indicators and displays convey the same information. The term is informal and not widely standardized, so interfaces should document how indicators and displays relate rather than relying on the label indicateddisplayed. See also related concepts such as indication, display, feedback, and accessibility in user interface design.