ux-heuristics

Evaluate interface usability using Krug's principles and Nielsen's 10 heuristics with severity-rated audit templates.

Updated Jul 8, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/HafidJoss/Lummy --skill ux-heuristics-hafidjoss
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Skill: ux-heuristics
Source: https://github.com/HafidJoss/Lummy/tree/main/agent/skills/ux-heuristics
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/HafidJoss/Lummy --skill ux-heuristics-hafidjoss

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve? Interfaces often confuse users through unclear labels, hidden navigation, poor error messages, and manipulative patterns, and teams lack a structured method to find and prioritize these issues before users abandon tasks. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Heuristic Evaluation Framework: Audit interfaces against Krug's usability laws and Nielsen's 10 heuristics, with a 0-4 severity rating scale and a 10-point scoring diagnostic. - Structured Audit Template: Run per-screen evaluations with checklists for each heuristic, task-based testing, and the Trunk Test for navigation orientation. - Specialized References: Cover dark pattern recognition, WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility checks, cultural/RTL design considerations, and heuristic conflict resolution. - Use Case: When users report that a checkout flow is confusing, run a heuristic audit to identify that the form lacks inline validation and progress indicators, rate each issue by severity, and produce a prioritized fix list. ## Quick Start Audit this checkout page for usability issues using Nielsen's heuristics and give me a severity-rated list of fixes.

Frequently Asked Questions about ux-heuristics

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How do I conduct a heuristic evaluation of a website?

Walk through each screen checking against Nielsen's 10 heuristics, log every issue with a severity rating from 0 to 4, then summarize top issues and quick wins. The audit template provides per-heuristic checklists and a task-based testing section.

What are Nielsen's 10 usability heuristics?

They are ten general principles including visibility of system status, user control and freedom, consistency, error prevention, and recognition rather than recall. Each heuristic includes good implementation examples, common violations, and severity guidance.

How do I rate the severity of a usability problem?

Rate issues on a 0-4 scale from cosmetic to catastrophic, weighing frequency, impact, and persistence. Severity 3-4 issues cause significant task failure or block completion and should be fixed first.

What is the difference between heuristic evaluation and user testing?

Heuristic evaluation is an expert review taking 1-2 hours that catches major violations before testing. User testing with 3-4 real users takes 2-4 hours and reveals actual behavior; run heuristics first, then validate with users.

How do I identify dark patterns in a design?

Check for forced continuity, hidden costs, confirmshaming, pre-selected add-ons, and fake urgency using the dark patterns taxonomy. The mirror test asks whether you would be comfortable if a journalist described how the design works.

Does this approach cover accessibility compliance?

Yes, the WCAG 2.1 AA checklist covers perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust criteria with testing tools like axe DevTools and screen readers. It includes contrast ratios, keyboard navigation, and common failure fixes.