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Usability Test Script (from Rocket Surgery Made Easy)

Steve Krug · Steve Krug (sensible.com) Free Beginner

A ready to use script for running your own usability test, from Krug's book. You do not have to invent how to phrase tasks or how to stay neutral; just follow it. Pair it with watching one or two real users and you will find the parts of your screen that make people think.

  • A script keeps you neutral so you do not accidentally lead the participant.
  • You can run a useful test with almost no setup.
  • Testing a rough screen early beats polishing a confusing one.
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The question it answers

  1. I keep hearing "don't make me think" but what does that actually mean when I'm designing a screen?

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