level: Usability Tools - Heuristics
Questions and Answers List
level questions: Usability Tools - Heuristics
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What are Heuristics? | Heuristics are shortcuts that can facilitate problem-solving and probability judgments |
| Features of usability heuristics | Used throughout desing and evaluation process Multiple different tools used in different way Need expertise and experience Can be time-consuming Need practical tools to allow for rapid assesment |
| What are 10 usability heuristics for user interface design?/ A set of rules to asses user interfaces and other products. | Visibility of system status Match between system and real world User control and freedom Consistency and standards Error prevention Recognition rather than recall Flexibility and efficiency of use Aesthetics and minimalist design Recognise, diagnose and recover from errors Help and documentation |
| Pros and cons of heuristics | pros Cheap Easy to understand Quick to use Can be tailored to different settings Cons Very simples Don't explain complex problems Not diagnostic |