critique

Evaluate interfaces against Nielsen's 10 usability heuristics and output prioritized action plans.

Updated Mar 15, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/lachieh/babytalk --skill critique-lachieh
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Skill: critique
Source: https://github.com/lachieh/babytalk/tree/main/.claude/skills/critique
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/lachieh/babytalk --skill critique-lachieh

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps teams perform a thorough UX critique of a design, evaluating visual hierarchy, information architecture, emotional resonance, cognitive load, and overall quality, and producing actionable feedback with a structured scoring framework.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Holistic evaluation across Nielsen's heuristics (visibility, match to real world, error prevention, etc.)
  • Phase-driven reporting: Design Health Score, Anti-Patterns Verdict, Persona Red Flags, and Prioritized Issue List.
  • Actionable guidance via targeted UI/UX improvements and recommended commands for iterative refinement.
  • Use Case: When a designer needs an external critique of a new interface before user testing.

Quick Start

Provide a comprehensive critique of a given UI design and output a prioritized action plan.

Frequently Asked Questions about critique

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I run a UX critique on an interface before user testing?

To run a UX critique, provide your interface design to the system. It evaluates visual hierarchy, cognitive load, and information architecture against Nielsen's 10 usability heuristics, returning a structured design health score and prioritized action plan for developer handoff.

What is a design health score and how does it evaluate usability heuristics?

A design health score is a structured rating generated by evaluating an interface against Nielsen's 10 usability heuristics. It assesses visibility, error prevention, and real-world match to quantify overall UX quality and identify specific anti-patterns.

Can I use this to check for UX anti-patterns and persona red flags?

Yes, you can check for UX anti-patterns and persona red flags. The critique process explicitly includes an anti-patterns verdict and persona red flags assessment to identify friction points that violate usability heuristics and frustrate target users.

What is the best way to get actionable feedback on my UI design?

The best way to get actionable UI feedback is to request a holistic critique. The system outputs targeted UI/UX improvements, a prioritized issue list, and recommended commands for iterative refinement, ensuring findings are ready for executive review.

Does the UX critique generate reports suitable for executive review and developer handoff?

Yes, the UX critique generates structured reports specifically designed for executive review and developer handoff. It delivers clearly justified findings, priority actions, and phase-driven reporting to communicate design quality effectively to stakeholders.

When do I need a heuristic evaluation instead of a general design review?

You need a heuristic evaluation when you require a structured, phase-driven assessment of your interface against established usability principles rather than subjective opinions. It provides a quantifiable design health score and prioritized issue list for objective iteration.