Do not use Graphical User Interface (GUI). Write interface or UI instead. Almost all interfaces are graphical, so the term GUI is redundant.
Consider that interface and UI are general terms. Where possible, be specific and clarify which interface or application you are referring to. This is especially important when describing a Command Line Interface (CLI) or some other specialized interface.
Preferred |
Discouraged |
Open the command line interface. |
Open the interface. |
At the command prompt, type --help to view a list of available commands. |
In the UI prompt, type --help to view a list of available commands. |
In the web administration portal, navigate to Certificate Management. |
In the web GUI, navigate to Certificate Management. |
