Frequently Asked Questions
What is Universal Sign Language?
Universal Sign Language Dictionary is a public reference for universal symbols, public signage, accessibility icons, wayfinding signs, and visual communication patterns. It contains 204 canonical symbols across 15 categories. It is not a full natural signed-language interpreter.
Who is this for?
This dictionary is designed for tourists navigating foreign countries, UX/UI designers creating interfaces, technical writers documenting systems, makers building products, printers producing labels, and engravers creating signage.
Are the signs in this dictionary standardized?
Some records include ISO 7001-style or Unicode references when the canonical data has a code. Standards links are labeled as references; USL does not claim official ISO, Unicode, or IEC inclusion unless a symbol record explicitly says so.
What is the PlatPhorm News Network?
USL is part of the PlatPhormNews web mesh as the symbol-reference layer. It integrates with platform discovery, API, MCP, llms, RSS, sitemap, and trace conventions while preserving its own symbol dictionary purpose.
Who is the founder?
PlatPhorm News Network was founded by CEO Michael Barbine.