A comprehensive collection of UX methods and techniques available for use on UX projects.
Mix and match these UX techniques to create a UX process best suited to the project at hand. We’ll be updating this page regularly with additional content, links and tutorials about how to apply these techniques.
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Japanese translation of this page by Shu Wakasa.
| Technique | What It Is | When To Use It | How To Use It |
|---|---|---|---|
| User Testing | Sitting users in front of your website or app and asking them to perform tasks, and to think out loud while doing so. | Research, Analysis, Design, Production | Read about how to run a user testing session even if you're a complete novice. Also be sure to check out Steve Krug's short book, Rocket Surgery Made Easy for a comprehensive guide on how to plan for, schedule and conduct usability tests. |
| Unmoderated Remote Usability Test | URUT is similar to in-person usability testing however participants complete tasks in their own environment without a facilitator present. The tasks are pre-determined and are presented to the participant via an online testing platform. | Research, Analysis, Design, Production |  Chris Gray's article How to Run an Unmoderated Remote Usability Test outlines the process and includes an animated video to walk you through it. |
| Beta Launch | Releasing a closed beta release of your product involves allowing only a select group of users to use the software and provide feedback before it becomes available to the wider public. | Design, Production | Joel Spolsky's article, Top Twelve Tips For Running A Beta Test is a great place to start. |
