Cognitive dimensions of notations

Cognitive Dimensions of Notations are guidelines that help designers to create things that are easier to use. This means that when someone uses something, they can understand it more easily. To make something easier to use, there are criteria that have to be followed. These criteria are things like making sure there is information that is easy to find, making sure it is easy to remember and making sure it is easy to use. Following these criteria helps people understand something easier.