[ PICTOGRAM CASE HISTORY ]
Material Symbols Stat Minus 1 Icon (Outlined). Needs intervention.
Visible referent: stat minus 1 numeric. Intended message: The icon must communicate Stat Minus 1 in a digital interface.. The report separates observed asset evidence, submitted context, and public evidence signals.
0.64
PCS
0.43
CLL
0.48
NTR
[ FEATURED PICTOGRAM ]
pictoclarity / material-symbols-stat-minus-1-outlined
Output - Material Symbols Stat Minus 1 Icon (Outlined)
Assessing the communicative effectiveness of the Stat Minus 1 icon
This reviewed catalog report estimates clarity for Stat Minus 1 in default interface contexts. Scores are screening estimates and do not replace user testing.
0.64
PCS
PictoClarity Score
0.43
CLL
Convention Learning Load
0.48
NTR
Neurocognitive Transfer Risk
[ HOW THE CASE READS ]
From Input To Public Evidence.
The application stores structured evidence. The public page turns it into a readable pictogram case history.
01
Submitted Context
Framework output for the Material Symbols Stat Minus 1 icon in the outlined style.
02
Primary Finding
Primary referent: stat minus 1 numeric.
03
Metric Reading
Implied function: The icon must communicate Stat Minus 1 in a digital interface..
04
Public Recommendation
Conduct representative user testing across diverse user groups to validate semantic transparency and functional clarity in real interface contexts.
[ EVIDENCE SCREENING ]
What The Estimate Surfaces.
Semantic Transparency Score
Input
Expected
Estimated
0.57
Confusion Risk Index
Input
Possible
Estimated
0.52
Readability Test Score
Input
Visual
Estimated
0.83
PictoClarity Score
Input
Estimated
Estimated
0.64
Needs intervention 0.64
The pictogram carries meaningful clarity risk. The estimate applies to this pictogram, this meaning, and this public context.
Last Reviewed
Jun 24, 2026
[ SCORE SCALE ]
The Public Verdict Has A Range.
The level explains the estimated context. It is not a certification.
0.80-1.00
Strong clarity
The pictogram communicates well in this context.
Use it, then keep testing with real users.
0.65-0.79
Usable with support
The pictogram works with labels or context.
Pair it with text and monitor interpretation.
0.50-0.64
Needs intervention
Current report
The pictogram carries meaningful clarity risk.
Improve the symbol before relying on it.
0.00-0.49
Not reliable
The pictogram does not communicate enough alone.
Replace it or add strong alternative support.
[ CONVERGENCE PROFILE ]
Where Meaning Converges.
The profile compares visual evidence, semantic extraction, cultural recognition, time, and cognitive context. It describes estimated convergence, not universal validity.
Convergent meaning profile
The radar shows where meaning converges. It does not certify universal validity.
Area
0.33
Balance
0.81
Perceptual
0.80
Semantic
0.57
Functional
0.56
Cultural
0.51
Temporal
0.46
Neurocognitive
0.59
Context Independence
0.61
Collective Resonance
0.52
Weakest Axis
Temporal Convergence
How strongly meaning persists over time without semantic decay.
Strongest Axis
Perceptual Convergence
How strongly visual form survives size, blur, contrast, and detail loss.
| Axis | Score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Perceptual Convergence | 0.80 | How strongly visual form survives size, blur, contrast, and detail loss. |
| Semantic Convergence | 0.57 | How strongly extracted meaning converges on one interpretation. |
| Functional Convergence | 0.56 | How strongly the symbol maps to the intended function. |
| Cultural Convergence | 0.51 | How strongly recognition holds across cultural evidence and assumptions. |
| Temporal Convergence | 0.46 | How strongly meaning persists over time without semantic decay. |
| Neurocognitive Convergence | 0.59 | How strongly the symbol follows AAC pictogram reading: transparent referent, concrete action, low convention load, and support. |
| Context Independence | 0.61 | How strongly meaning survives without external labels or placement cues. |
| Collective Resonance | 0.52 | How strongly public evidence supports shared recognition and persistence. |
Evidence Notes.
8 Findings Published
Evidence
Primary referent: stat minus 1 numeric.
Evidence
Implied function: The icon must communicate Stat Minus 1 in a digital interface..
Evidence
Metaphor type: functional.
Evidence
The icon effectively communicates the concept of 'Stat Minus 1' as a numeric decrement in digital interfaces, aligning well with its intended functional meaning and metaphor type (functional).
Evidence
Visual metrics indicate strong perceptual clarity and robustness, with an overall visual score of 0.82 and high scores in silhouette fidelity, stroke durability, and visual readability, supporting good recognition even at small sizes or under blur.
Evidence
Semantic confidence is high (0.85), supported by multiple visual referents such as downward arrow and minus sign, which culturally convey decrease or decrement.
Evidence
Cultural convergence is moderate (0.51) with evidence of recognition and functional association, but some semantic obsolescence and moderate convention learning load suggest that the symbol relies partly on learned conventions rather than pure pictorial transparency.
Evidence
Temporal convergence is the weakest axis (0.46), indicating some risk of meaning decay over time, possibly due to evolving interface conventions or symbol usage.
[ TRANSFER / METRIC CHART ]
Public evidence trend
The chart shows public evidence buckets by evidence year. Cohort breakpoints appear only when an aging referent is active.
Public evidence trend
Evidence year: 2026
Evaluation
Reference point.
X axis: Evidence year
| Evidence year | Semantic Transparency | Cultural Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 0.76 | 0.74 |
| 1997 | 0.76 | 0.74 |
| 1998 | 0.76 | 0.74 |
| 1999 | 0.77 | 0.74 |
| 2000 | 0.76 | 0.75 |
| 2001 | 0.77 | 0.74 |
| 2002 | 0.77 | 0.75 |
| 2003 | 0.77 | 0.75 |
| 2004 | 0.77 | 0.75 |
| 2005 | 0.77 | 0.75 |
| 2006 | 0.77 | 0.75 |
| 2007 | 0.77 | 0.75 |
| 2008 | 0.77 | 0.75 |
| 2009 | 0.77 | 0.75 |
| 2010 | 0.77 | 0.75 |
| 2011 | 0.78 | 0.75 |
| 2012 | 0.78 | 0.75 |
| 2013 | 0.78 | 0.75 |
| 2014 | 0.77 | 0.75 |
| 2015 | 0.77 | 0.75 |
| 2016 | 0.78 | 0.76 |
| 2017 | 0.77 | 0.76 |
| 2018 | 0.77 | 0.76 |
| 2019 | 0.77 | 0.76 |
| 2020 | 0.77 | 0.75 |
| 2021 | 0.77 | 0.76 |
| 2022 | 0.77 | 0.75 |
| 2023 | 0.48 | 0.59 |
| 2024 | 0.49 | 0.59 |
| 2025 | 0.48 | 0.60 |
| 2026 | 0.46 | 0.59 |
asset source
Material Symbols stat_minus_1 SVG
Material Symbols by Google
Unofficial clarity analysis. PictoClarity is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Google. Material Symbols are provided by Google under their published license.
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Open sourcepublic evidence
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OpenAlex / 2005-2005
Evidence query: minus sign icon meaning.
Open sourcepublic evidence
Memory strength and the decision process in recognition memory
OpenAlex / 2007-2007
Evidence query: decrement control icon recognition.
Open sourcehistorical evidence
Google Books Ngram annual buckets: downward arrow
Google Books Ngram / 1996-2026
Annual extraction returned 14579148 records across 27 active years.
Open sourcehistorical evidence
OpenAlex annual buckets: downward arrow icon comprehension
OpenAlex / 1996-2026
Annual extraction returned 493 records across 30 active years.
Open sourcehistorical evidence
Google Books Ngram annual buckets: minus sign
Google Books Ngram / 1996-2026
Annual extraction returned 20015458 records across 27 active years.
Open sourcehistorical evidence
OpenAlex annual buckets: minus sign icon meaning
OpenAlex / 1996-2026
Annual extraction returned 4732 records across 31 active years.
Open sourcehistorical evidence
Google Books Ngram annual buckets: stat minus 1 numeric
Google Books Ngram / 1996-2026
Annual extraction returned 0 records across 0 active years.
Open sourcehistorical evidence
OpenAlex annual buckets: stat minus 1 numeric
OpenAlex / 1996-2026
Annual extraction returned 19583 records across 31 active years.
Open source[ TECHNICAL SCORECARD ]
The Metrics Behind The Case.
PCS
0.64
PictoClarity Score
STS
0.57
Semantic Transparency Score
CRI
0.52
Confusion Risk Index
VRS
0.80
Visual Readability Score
PCH
1.00
Perceptual Cohesion
RTS
0.83
Readability Test Score
SRS
0.70
Scale Robustness Score
BRS
0.84
Blur Robustness Score
TCS
0.78
Target Contrast Stability
SDS
0.74
Stroke Durability Score
SFS
0.86
Silhouette Fidelity Score
NDS
1.00
Negative Detail Score
BBS
0.60
Bounding Box Balance
CPS
1.00
Compression Preservation
PDS
1.00
Pixel Density Suitability
ORS
0.86
Orientation Robustness
CAS
0.60
Color Accessibility Score
RRS
0.52
Referent Recognition Score
FAS
0.60
Functional Association Score
SOS
0.44
Semantic Obsolescence Score
CSS
0.61
Cultural Saturation Score
ERS
0.54
Evidence Reliability Score
MTS
0.41
Metaphor Transfer Score
TDS
0.68
Temporal Decay Score
GDS
0.32
Generational Divide Score
CLL
0.43
Convention Learning Load
NTR
0.48
Neurocognitive Transfer Risk
SPS
0.43
Symbol Persistence Score
OBS
0.19
Obsolescence Signal
CTS
0.00
Cohort Transfer Slope
[ RECOMMENDED NEXT ACTIONS ]
What Improves This Pictogram.
Action
Conduct representative user testing across diverse user groups to validate semantic transparency and functional clarity in real interface contexts.
Action
Maintain visible text labels or tooltips alongside the icon until sufficient evidence confirms users reliably interpret the icon alone.
Action
Ensure contextual cues such as placement and labeling are strong to reduce confusion with similar decrement or downward arrow icons.
Action
Monitor symbol usage over time to detect potential semantic decay and update design or support materials accordingly.
Action
Consider accessibility needs by providing alternative text and ensuring sufficient contrast, as color accessibility score is moderate (0.6).
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