Personal Reflection

At the beginning of this project, my planning of Tunnel Vision users’ effective visual area was mainly based on formula calculations. However, my initial interface design was too idealized, as I overlooked potential issues like low vision and nearsightedness. Fortunately, my group members challenged my assumptions, making me realize that accessibility is not just about theoretical calculations but real-world usability. This shift in perspective led us to focus on optimizing Photoshop’s toolbar rather than making broad interface changes.

Through discussions with my group, I realized that my design approach was too abstract. My teammates pushed me to consider practical constraints, such as how Tunnel Vision users interact with interfaces under different conditions. Inspired by this, we selected the most commonly used tools from over 70 options and categorized them into basic tools, drawing tools, and image editing tools. We also integrated layer adjustment features to help Tunnel Vision designers focus on a single point, reducing the need for constant eye movement.

This project made me realize that accessibility is not just about optimizing software—it is about Disability Justice. True inclusion means giving disabled users more independence and control over their creative work. In the future, I hope to collaborate more with actual users to ensure that my designs are not only functional but truly empowering.