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The 3-Layer Rule: Simplifying Complex System Settings for Power Users

Settings bloat kills UX. Learn the 3-Layer Rule framework: organize settings by frequency and consequence (Core, Advanced, Developer/Admin), not topic. Includes classification decision tree, tree testing validation, real-world examples from Slack and Notion, and how one SaaS reduced support tickets by 41%.

Simanta Parida
Simanta ParidaProduct Designer at Siemens
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Simanta Parida is a Product Designer at Siemens, Bengaluru, specializing in enterprise UX and B2B product design. With a background as an entrepreneur, he brings a unique perspective to designing intuitive tools for complex workflows.

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