How do aesthetics impact usability in UX: The aesthetic-usability effect - LogRocket Blog
Briefly

Cognitive fluency refers to a user's judgment of how easy or difficult it is to process and complete a task. Users are more comfortable with aesthetically pleasing designs.
The aesthetic-usability effect suggests that users associate higher visual appeal with better functionality, leading to misconceptions about a design's true usability.
The principle of 'form follows function' emphasizes simplicity and performance, yet the aesthetic-usability effect highlights the importance of visual appeal in users' evaluations.
Designs that prioritize function may still be perceived as less usable if they lack aesthetic appeal, underscoring the complex relationship between form and function.
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