Present participle of 'gradate'—the process of arranging things in progressive steps or degrees.
The -ing form of 'gradate', following English gerund formation rules.
Gradating is what makes successful UI design work: when buttons, colors, and sizes shift gradually rather than jarring your eye with sudden changes, your brain finds the interface 'friendly' without knowing exactly why.
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