SWiM: A Simple Window Mover
Tony Chang, Damon Cook, Ramona Su

TL;DR
SWiM is a simple, intuitive interface for moving application windows across multiple screens in a 3D environment, designed to be as easy to learn and use as traditional 2D interfaces.
Contribution
This paper introduces SWiM, a novel window-moving interface for multi-display 3D environments, based on user testing and a map-like selection method.
Findings
Users found SWiM intuitive without instructions
SWiM is as easy to learn as traditional interfaces
The interface effectively balances simplicity and functionality
Abstract
As computers become more ubiquitous, traditional two-dimensional interfaces must be replaced with interfaces based on a three-dimensional metaphor. However, these interfaces must still be as simple and functional as their two-dimensional predecessors. This paper introduces SWiM, a new interface for moving application windows between various screens, such as wall displays, laptop monitors, and desktop displays, in a three-dimensional physical environment. SWiM was designed based on the results of initial "paper and pencil" user tests of three possible interfaces. The results of these tests led to a map-like interface where users select the destination display for their application from various icons. If the destination is a mobile display it is not displayed on the map. Instead users can select the screen's name from a list of all possible destination displays. User testing of SWiM was…
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Taxonomy
TopicsInteractive and Immersive Displays · Augmented Reality Applications · Tactile and Sensory Interactions
