The Influence of infographics in accessing information: Multidimensionality in visual representation and configuration of different media

Infographics are powerful tools for presenting information and information design has distinguished itself as a specific discipline that has efficient communication of information as main task. With new online revolu- tion, concept of infographics has evolved by combining several ways of pre- sentation in many formats and there are different denominations; simultaneously, information designers should consider some principles and differences when designing for internet or printed material. This article presents a theoretical reflection and practical examples that pretend to reflect these matters, trying to create a relationship between infographic typologies, objec- tives and how information is presented, considering final users. All types of infographics exploded in popularity a few years ago and the amount of information we must filter and understand will continue to grow; information design states itself as one of the best disciplines to share and communicate things we learn.CIAUD - Centro de Investigação em Arquitetura Urbanismo e Design, Faculdade de Arquitetura, Universidade de Lisbo