Usability evaluation checklist for web sites
This brief checklist is an aid to evaluating a web site for usability. The checklist may be freely used and distributed, provided the copyright information is retained.
Navigation Compliance
Always Sometimes Never Notes
There is a clear indication of the current location
There is a clearly-identified link to the Home page
All major parts of the site are accessible from the Home page
If necessary, a site map is available
Site structure is simple, with no unnecessary levels
If necessary, an easy-to-use Search function is available
Functionality Compliance
Always Sometimes Never Notes
All functionality is clearly labelled
All necessary functionality is available without leaving the site
No unnecessary plug-ins are used
Control Compliance
Always Sometimes Never Notes
The user can cancel all operations
There is a clear exit point on every page
Page size is less than 50Kb/page
All graphic links are also available as text links
The site supports the user s workflow
All appropriate browsers are supported
Language Compliance
Always Sometimes Never Notes
The language used is simple
Jargon is avoided
Web site evaluation checklist v1.1 Gerry Gaffney © 1998 Information & Design pty ltd www.infodesign.com.au
Web site evaluation checklist v1.1 Gerry Gaffney © 1998 Information & Design pty ltd www.infodesign.com.au
Feedback Compliance
Always Sometimes Never Notes
It is always clear what is happening on the site
Users can receive email feedback if necessary
All feedback is prompt
Users are informed if a plug-in or browser version is required
Users can give feedback via email or a feedback form
If necessary, online help is available
Consistency Compliance
Always Sometimes Never Notes
Only one word or term is used to describe any item
Links match titles of the pages to which they refer
Standard colours are used for links and visited links
Terminology is consistent with general web usage
Error prevention and correction Compliance
Always Sometimes Never Notes
Errors do not occur unnecessarily
Error messages are in plain language
Error messages describe what action is necessary
Error messages provide a clear exit point
Error messages provide contact details for assistance
Visual clarity Compliance
Always Sometimes Never Notes
The layout is clear
There is sufficient  white space
All images have ALT text assigned
Unnecessary animation is avoided
Web site evaluation checklist v1.1 Gerry Gaffney © 1998 Information & Design pty ltd www.infodesign.com.au


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