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    6 months ago

    Skeuomorphic means designed to mimic a real life counterpart it has nothing to do with being obsolete

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      A skeuomorph is a derivative object that retains ornamental design cues (attributes) from structures that were necessary in the original.[3] Skeuomorphs are typically used to make something new feel familiar in an effort to speed understanding and acclimation. They employ elements that, while essential to the original object, serve no pragmatic purpose in the new system.

      (Wikipedia)

      I dont think these logos are skeuomorph either

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        6 months ago

        Yes, this means for example using a Pen as a writing icon. You do not need a pen, to write on a computer.

        This just means that they’re similar, it’s something else when it comes to obsolescence like floppies. The goal is to design it in such a way that it’s an analogue to some familiar counterpart.

        This is in contrast to more abstract design patterns

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          6 months ago

          Lets collect random symbols like that

          • floppy: save
          • pen: edit
          • chain: link
          • globe: internet
          • sizzor: cut
          • notepad: paste/clipboard
          • studio mic: audio
          • trashcan: delete
          • airplane: antennas off
          • radio cell: hotspot, wifi
          • metal bell: message
          • server rack: storage
          • speaker: sound
          • sun: brightness