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| Criterion | ![]() UX Research Tree Testing | ![]() UX Research HEART Framework |
|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | 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. | Helps clarify observations, needs, and patterns in concrete terms. It groups observations into patterns, questions, and decisions. The result is captured as a HEART-GSM table and dashboard. |
Complexitysame | Medium | Medium |
Timedifferent | 1-2 Tage | 120 min initial, dann laufend |
Participantsdifferent | Based on research question | 3-6 |
Formatdifferent | Async | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | Findability Metrics, Path Analysis, Revised IA | HEART-GSM Table, Dashboard |
Tagsno overlap | Information architectureNavigationFindability | MetricsUX researchMeasurementSatisfaction |
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