Designing Minimalist Principles Into User Interfaces
http://www.stc.org/confproceed/1994/PDFs/PG95.PDF

Elser, Arthur G.
STC Proceedings
1994

Abstract:

Designing a user interface using minimalist principles for guided exploration can reduce the amount of paper and text necessary to document the system. Graphics in the interface can help the user grasp the concepts of the system, while dialog boxes, status information, and error messages can aid in recognition of success and recovery from errors. Online help can then be used as a backup for users if they get stuck. Reducing text and paper can reduce translation and printing costs, making this process very attractive.