UI/UX Terminology
What does the acronym “UX” stand for?
User Experience
Which principle ensures elements look and behave consistently?
Consistency
Who created the 10 usability heuristics?
Jakob Nielsen
What is the primary purpose of a usability test?
To identify problems in a design before launch
Name the free online tool used for creating wireframes.
Figma
This term refers to how easy and pleasant a system is to use.
Usability
What UI principle is achieved by using visual hierarchy and grouping related items?
Clarity
What heuristic focuses on minimizing memory load for the user?
Recognition over recall
What is the recommended number of users for a basic usability test?
5 users
This tool allows users to create interactive prototypes.
Adobe XD
What’s the difference between UI and UX?
UI is the look and layout; UX is the feel and user journey.
What principle is violated when an interface causes user confusion or error?
Affordance
What heuristic states that the system should always keep users informed?
Visibility of system status
What is a task scenario in usability testing?
A realistic activity a user must complete during the test
What tool is commonly used for collaboration and visual brainstorming in UI/UX?
Miro
This term describes user expectations shaped by prior experience with digital products.
Mental Model
This principle ensures that the system provides feedback for user actions.
Feedback
This heuristic encourages design that supports undo and redo.
User control and freedom
What’s the difference between formative and summative usability testing?
Formative is during design; summative is after completion.
What tool allows for quick user feedback and card sorting?
Optimal Workshop
What is the term for guiding a user through an interface to complete a task?
User Flow
What principle helps users recover from mistakes or misclicks?
Error Prevention and Recovery
What heuristic refers to reducing irrelevant information and focusing on essential content?
Aesthetic and minimalist design
What usability metric measures how quickly users complete tasks?
Efficiency