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checklist: Performing a Heuristic Evaluation

UX Evaluation · Prototype & UI evaluation

version 1.0

Preparation & Planning

e.g. early screening of UI problems or design feedback

At least 3-5 UX specialists recommended (with system knowledge and fresh perspective)

e.g. click dummy, productive system or sub-area

Complete heuristics or just focus areas?

e.g. procedure, documentation method, heuristics overview

Implementation of the evaluation

Avoidance of group influences

e.g. login, search, navigation, error messages

e.g. consistency, fault tolerance, control & freedom

e.g. according to Nielsen: 0 (no problem) to 4 (catastrophic)

Visual evidence facilitates traceability

Evaluation & Communication

Double nominations, considerations, prioritization

Increases traceability and comparability

Specific, realistic, solution-oriented

With design, development and, if applicable, stakeholders

For later comparisons or audits

last modified: 2 November 2025