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List of graphical user interface elements
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<p>Graphical user interface elements are those elements used by <a href="/facts/Graphical_user_interface/wBlQFWDP">graphical user interfaces</a> (GUIs) to offer a consistent <a href="/facts/Visual_language/KfbsWqmb">visual language</a> to represent information stored in computers. These make it easier for people with few computer skills to work with and use computer software. </p><p>This article explains the most common elements of visual language interfaces found in the <a href="/facts/WIMP_(computing)/cJcV8GAA">WIMP</a> ("window, icon, menu, pointer") paradigm, although many are also used at other graphical <a href="/facts/Post-WIMP/4UYPWXNK">post-WIMP</a> interfaces. These elements are usually embodied in an interface using a <a href="/facts/Widget_toolkit/v8wM8wwy">widget toolkit</a> or <a href="/facts/Desktop_environment/VXBpMWnG">desktop environment</a>. </p>