Examples of hierarchy in data tables and their usability

1. How does hierarchy affect the user interface design?
2. How do I make my table more user friendly?
3. What makes a good data table?

How does hierarchy affect the user interface design?

Visual Hierarchy is used to rank design elements and influence in the order you want your users to view them. By using principles like contrast, scale, balance and, more, you can help establish each element in its rightful place and help the most important elements stand out.

How do I make my table more user friendly?

Include adjustable and customizable columns so the user can create and save their own default view of the table. Allow the user to hide and reorder columns. Use tooltips on hover, to display truncated text. This could be overkill for the entire table, so consider this tactic for your headers only.

What makes a good data table?

Good data tables allow users to scan, analyze, compare, filter, sort, and manipulate information to derive insights and commit actions.