Forcing function

Forcing function can mean:

In differential calculus, a Forcing function (differential equations)
In interaction design, a behavior-shaping constraint, a means of preventing undesirable user input usually made by mistake.
A forcing function is any task, activity or event that forces you to take action and produce a result.

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