Title: Dynamic query visualisations on World Wide Web clients: a DHTML solution for maps and scattergrams

Authors: Evan Golub, Ben Shneiderman

Addresses: Department of Computer Science and Human–Computer Interaction Lab, Institute for Advanced Computer Studies, University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742, USA. Department of Computer Science and Human–Computer Interaction Lab, Institute for Advanced Computer Studies, University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742, USA

Abstract: Dynamic queries are gaining popularity as a method for interactive information visualisation. Many implementations have been made on personal computers, and there is increasing interest in Web-based designs. While Java and Flash strategies have been developed, we believe that a Dynamic HTML implementation could help promote more widespread use. We implemented double-box range sliders with choropleth maps and scattergrams, which are two popular visualisations, using HTML layers and tables. This paper describes our methods for slider control, visual presentation, and displaying/updating results for these visualisations. Visual design issues innovations and performance enhancements were necessary to create viable designs.

Keywords: choropleth maps; dynamic html; dynamic queries; scattergrams; sliders; information visualisation.

DOI: 10.1504/IJWET.2003.003320

International Journal of Web Engineering and Technology, 2003 Vol.1 No.1, pp.63 - 78

Published online: 25 Aug 2003 *

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