schermtypes

Schermtypes is a term used in Dutch-language technical literature to denote classifications of screen surfaces and display panels. It functions as a high-level concept in product design, procurement, and user-interface research to group different screens by their defining characteristics.

Typical schermtypes categories include display technology (LCD, OLED, microLED, e-ink), input capability (touch, stylus, no touch), and form factor (flat, curved, foldable, rollable). The classification also covers interface and protective layers such as glass or polymer coverings, coatings (anti-glare, anti-fingerprint), and privacy filters. In specialized contexts, schermtypes may distinguish transparent or semi-transparent screens used in augmented reality, or ruggedized screens designed for harsh environments.

Usage and implications: Designers use schermtypes to compare performance metrics (brightness, color accuracy, response time, power consumption), to specify compatibility across devices, and to guide sourcing decisions. Because the taxonomy is not fully standardized, organizations may maintain their own schermtypes schemas.

Etymology and scope: The term derives from Dutch scherm meaning screen, and types meaning kinds; it appears most often in Dutch documentation but is sometimes referenced in international texts as a generic umbrella term for screen classifications.

Related topics include display technology, touch screens, screen protectors, and human–computer interaction.