• 1. Navigation
  • 1.1. Navigation
  • 1.2. Multimedia Navigation
  • 1.3. Thematic Navigation
  • 1.4. Temporal Navigation
    • 1.4.1. Time
    • 1.4.2. Elements
    • 1.4.3. ...for Web Pages
    • 1.4.4. ...in 2D Maps
    • 1.4.5. Unit-Summary
  • 1.5. Spatial Navigation
  • 1.6. Self Assessment
  • 1.7. Summary
  • 1.8. Glossary
  • 1.9. Bibliography
  • 1.10. Metadata

1.4.5. Unit-Summary

Time defines our life and therefore it is also important in virtual environment.

There exist several time control and representation tools for multimedia applications. We distinguish between linear, circular and other control tools.

Linear Control Tools Interactive Time Lines / Like Lines Temporal Slider Smart Scrollbars Small Multiples along Time Line

Circular Control Tools Knobs Watches Wheels of Months or Seasons Cogwheel

Other Tools Day / Night Buttons Calendar Widgets Text Input Selection Lists

Temporal navigation is realised in both web pages and interactive 2D maps using these control tools.

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