Usability Tests
Terms
Levels Of Edit
Random
100
This test asks the readers about warnings or cautions
Safety test
100
Informally or formally trying out your document on real readers
Usability testing
100
A process of "re-visioning" the document
Revision
100
True or False: Informal Usability Testing uses specific experiments
False
200
Readers should be able to explain the purpose and main point in this test.
Understandability test
200
A method that lets others such as colleagues, supervisors, or primary readers look over your draft.
Document cycling
200
Catches grammar mistakes, misspellings, and usage problems.
Proofreading
200
Name two things to do when editing across cultures
Use sentences that follow proper order Use positive sentences Use a limited set of words Avoid humor Minimize jargon and slang Check any sayings or idioms Avoid obvious metaphors Check slogans Check product names
300
Users are asked to perform the procedure asked in this test
Performance Test
300
These can mark stylist changes and inconsistencies
Copyediting symbols
300
Revises for clarity, consistency, and persuasion.
Copyediting
300
This level of edit deals with the purpose and subject of the document
Revising
400
The writer should want information easy to locate during this test.
Read and Locate Test
400
Sometimes called "global editing"
Revision
400
Focuses on content, design, and organization.
Substantive editing
400
True or false: The third level of edit is substantive editing
False
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