As a novice driver who hasn't been driving for long, I initially found the control panel overwhelming with its complex small icons. Common indicators include those on the steering wheel: a horn symbol is the horn button, a phone icon represents Bluetooth calling functionality, and plus/minus signs adjust the volume. In the central control area, the fan-shaped button controls the air conditioning fan speed—the larger the symbol, the stronger the wind; the temperature knob has red and blue dots, representing heating and cooling respectively, or you can adjust it directly with plus/minus symbols; the AUTO button is for automatic air conditioning mode, which intelligently adjusts temperature and airflow when activated. The hazard light indicator is a red triangle, alerting vehicles behind when illuminated. The window control buttons have clear up and down arrows for straightforward operation. The windshield wiper switch uses a raindrop icon, with functions including spraying water and wiping rain. Some cars also have parking assist buttons, such as a car-with-lock icon; eco-mode is indicated by ECON or a leaf symbol. It's recommended for beginners to frequently refer to the owner's manual and practice blind operation to minimize distractions while driving—safety is paramount. Icon design should be simple and intuitive, as poor design can be misleading, so test-driving to check if controls are user-friendly is advisable when choosing a car.
