Shows how people group and name content so content groups, labels, and IA hypotheses become grounded.
Core question: Which content groups and terms fit the mental models of the relevant audience?
Research methodMethod form: Research method. Describes how this method is used in practice.LowComplexity: low. Estimates preparation, facilitation effort, and method confidence needed.Workshop + asyncFormat: workshop or async. Shows whether the method works in a workshop, asynchronously, or both.
20-45 min
Based on research question
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UX ResearchCategory: UX Research. Describes the method's domain of use.
Tests search paths in a navigation and shows where findability drops and labels or structure need sharpening.
Core question: Can relevant users find the required content in the proposed hierarchy?
Research methodMethod form: Research method. Describes how this method is used in practice.MediumComplexity: medium. Estimates preparation, facilitation effort, and method confidence needed.AsyncFormat: async. Shows whether the method works in a workshop, asynchronously, or both.
1-2 Tage
Based on research question
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UX ResearchCategory: UX Research. Describes the method's domain of use.
Analyzes the first clicks on a screen or wireframe and quickly shows whether orientation and expectation match.
Core question: Where do target users first click for this task, and what does that reveal about findability?
Research methodMethod form: Research method. Describes how this method is used in practice.LowComplexity: low. Estimates preparation, facilitation effort, and method confidence needed.AsyncFormat: async. Shows whether the method works in a workshop, asynchronously, or both.