Object-Oriented UX Design Best Practices: What is Masking and How to Avoid Masking

[@FallenBLuue]

The term "masking" confuses me due to my background in graphic design, where it typically refers to isolating an object :D And when I got it right: In UX, however, the term refers to isolating information to make the underlying concept clearer and more comprehensible for better information gathering right?

[@InteractionDesignOrg]

Great observation! 😊 The term "masking" in UX design does differ from its use in graphic design. In UX, masking refers to when objects or information blend together, making it hard for users to distinguish between them-like identical-looking cards representing entirely different types of content. The goal is to avoid this confusion by clearly differentiating elements, which builds trust and enhances usability. Your graphic design background gives you an edge here since both disciplines aim to clarify information visually! Have you encountered projects where these principles overlapped?