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UX Research
Tree Testing
Purpose
When a navigation exists but search paths still fail, tree testing checks findability without visual distraction. The method shows whether labels, levels, and paths really lead to the intended destination.
Complexity
Medium
Time
1-2 Tage
Participants
Based on research question
Format
Async
Output
Findability Metrics, Path Analysis, Revised IA
Tags
Information architectureNavigationFindability
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