The future of print design relies on interaction

Abstract

Abstract: Graphic design's history is connected with print technology since almost all known examples result from printing methods. Still, the context where print design is used nowadays is constituted by a digital technological environment where interaction and user participation are very usual. We compiled a list for both technologies with common media and their respective descriptions. Such explanation helps to establish transitions of digital interaction and user involvement, for print media. In order to verify this effect, we developed a graphic design project. It was designed to allow a different use, based on experiences taken from digital artefacts. Though confined to communication needs, the result provides details on structure, organization and handling. All these features seem identifiable with some digital media. The project final production, along with its visual record shows an object available for users, to browse, to select information and to participate in its final presentation.