Why a Hourglass for “Run”?
Friday, August 23, 2002 by mormegil | Discussion: WinCustomize Talk
I am finishing up a new Iconpack, and of all things the Run button is killing me. I just can’t do anything I like. So the question accrued to me, Why do I, and many other Icon designers use an Hourglass to represent Run? Doesn’t an Hourglass say “Wait this may take a minute”. I know I got this habit from Windows 95, and perhaps this explains the “Wait this may take a minute.” Concept.
But anyway, what would be better. Any suggestions?
But anyway, what would be better. Any suggestions?
good idea
starone
Reply #3 Friday, August 23, 2002 11:12 PM
Reply #3 Friday, August 23, 2002 11:12 PM
I usually do a type of stick figure (or simulation thereof) of someone running. I'm sure you can do it better.
Hell Dragon
Reply #5 Saturday, August 24, 2002 6:41 AM
Reply #5 Saturday, August 24, 2002 6:41 AM
The hourglass indicates that you will be executing a program and will have to wait while it loads.
It's just as simple as that really.
Another idea might be a single application window (like XP), since you usually go to the run option if you want to execute a single app or command as opposed to the Programs menu to select from a host of different applications.
But, I'd say just stick with the hourglass... it's become globally recognised as a run/program/task icon anyway
It's just as simple as that really.
Another idea might be a single application window (like XP), since you usually go to the run option if you want to execute a single app or command as opposed to the Programs menu to select from a host of different applications.
But, I'd say just stick with the hourglass... it's become globally recognised as a run/program/task icon anyway
Carlitus
Reply #6 Saturday, August 24, 2002 6:48 AM
Reply #6 Saturday, August 24, 2002 6:48 AM
Yes, the Run icon is the most hard to do (in concept).
'Run' can be the same as 'execute' or 'more functionality to the system'.
When i begin to make the 'Run' icon, it comes to me always the same idea: a toothed weel (that means a machine making their own work), but this is a usual design used for Control Panel
There's also other option: abstract the 'Run' Concept and using the other 'run' purport, as a Car running or some thing/person can run.
IMHO, the Run icon must be in concordance with the rest of icons of the same set.
You are always professional in your work, Mormegil, and allways are searching for best results on your works. Put a screenshot (or a related link) of your progress, if you wish, and we can put the comments. Maybe you think that isn't good, but can be a excellent (as usual) concept and 'execution'
'Run' can be the same as 'execute' or 'more functionality to the system'.
When i begin to make the 'Run' icon, it comes to me always the same idea: a toothed weel (that means a machine making their own work), but this is a usual design used for Control Panel
There's also other option: abstract the 'Run' Concept and using the other 'run' purport, as a Car running or some thing/person can run.
IMHO, the Run icon must be in concordance with the rest of icons of the same set.
You are always professional in your work, Mormegil, and allways are searching for best results on your works. Put a screenshot (or a related link) of your progress, if you wish, and we can put the comments. Maybe you think that isn't good, but can be a excellent (as usual) concept and 'execution'
KW88
Reply #7 Saturday, August 24, 2002 7:45 AM
Reply #7 Saturday, August 24, 2002 7:45 AM
That's the first thing I think of too,is a windows window with a gear in it. 
Doreen
Reply #8 Saturday, August 24, 2002 11:27 AM
Reply #8 Saturday, August 24, 2002 11:27 AM
Run should be a "Sneaker or Tennis Shoe" not an Hour Glass! but what do I know...
(plus I have not read this whole thread) me goes off to work now
(plus I have not read this whole thread) me goes off to work now
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Reply #1 Friday, August 23, 2002 11:05 PM