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    Wizard (software) - Wikipedia

    A software wizard or setup assistant or multi-step form is a user interface that leads a user through a sequence of small steps, [1] [2] such as a dialog box to configure a program for the first time. They are used to make complex, unfamiliar tasks easier by breaking them into smaller …

    History

    Before the 1990s, "wizard" was a common term for a technical expert, comparable to "hacker." The 1985 textbook Structure and Interpretation of Computer Programs was nicknamed the "Wizard Book" for the illustration … See more

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    Example

    The following screenshots show part of the seven-step installation wizard for the operating system Kubuntu. Each step is necessary, but unrelated to the others; they are presented one at a time, so as not to overwhelm… See more

    Criticism

    Wizards have been criticized for being ponderous, stripping questions of context, and obscuring the underlying operations. The criticism is common enough that one guide to wizard design starts by addressing the popula… See more

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  1. Nielsen Norman Group
    https://www.nngroup.com › articles › wizards

    Wizards: Definition and Design Recommendations

    Jun 25, 2017 · Definition: A wizard is a step-by-step process that allows users to input information in a prescribed order and in which subsequent steps may depend on information entered in previous ones. Wizards usually involve …

  2. TechTerms.com
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    Wizard Definition - What is a software wizard?

    Sep 7, 2023 · A wizard is a part of an application's user interface that guides a user through several steps to complete a task. It takes a complicated process and breaks it into smaller steps, directing the user along and explaining each option.

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    what is the meaning of "wizard" in programming field?

    Aug 28, 2020 · A "wizard" is a dialog box with "next" and "previous" buttons. Consider installing …

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    • Microsoft Learn
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      Wizards - Win32 apps | Microsoft Learn

      Wizards are a relatively heavy form of user interface; if there is a suitable, lighter-weight …

    • Computer Hope
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      What is a Wizard? - Computer Hope

      Nov 18, 2022 · A wizard is a feature that guides the user through the installation or setup of software or a hardware device. Unlike a manual or online help, a wizard guides you through the installation one step at a time and asks several …

    • English Language & Usage Stack Exchange
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      Origin of the term "wizard" in computing - English Language

      In computing, wizards were originally expert computer users (people) who could install …

    • PCMag
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      Definition of wizard - PCMag

      Wizards are also used to troubleshoot software or hardware problems, offering a sequence of …

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