Novice–Expert+
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Novice–Expert+

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Overview

This extension logs the steps a user takes to perform a task and estimates the time an expert would take to complete each step.

This extension identifies usability issues with a website or web app. The extension logs the steps a user takes to perform a task and estimates the time an expert would take to complete each step. This information may be saved as a CSV file, so that novice and expert performance may then be compared. The novice time divided by the expert time is the novice–expert ratio. If this ratio is above the average, it could indicate a usability issue. The user can also determine Fitts' law constants to estimate expert pointing time for different input devices.

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Mehul AgarwalApr 6, 2024

The 'Novice-Expert+' Chrome extension is an impressive tool for user testing that streamlines the process of evaluating the usability of websites and applications. It proves to be an invaluable asset in identifying and enhancing usability issues by tracking user activities and calculating the time taken by experts to complete tasks. Its strength lies in its straightforward features and user-friendly interface. However, what truly sets it apart is the ease with which findings can be exported i... Show more

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Danny vargheseOct 28, 2023

I was quite impressed with the use of 'novice-expert+' for user testing. Novice-Expert+ is a great Chrome plugin that makes evaluating the usability of websites and apps easier. It turns as a vital tool for identifying and improving usability problems by monitoring user activities and calculating expert completion times. It stands out due to its simple features and easy-to-use layout. The ease of exporting findings in CSV format, though, is what really makes it unique.I strongly recommend giv... Show more

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Sumukh NagendraSep 13, 2023

Novice–Expert+ is a useful Chrome extension that helps you evaluate how user-friendly a website or app is. It keeps a record of what users do and estimates how long an expert would take to do the same tasks. This can be super helpful to spot any issues and make improvements. I'd give it 5 stars because it provides valuable insights for enhancing usability.

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Details

  • Version
    1.0.5
  • Updated
    March 20, 2024
  • Offered by
    kmacdorm
  • Size
    91.16KiB
  • Languages
    English (United States)
  • Developer
    Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering
    Indiana University 535 West Michigan Street Indiana, IN 46202 US
    Email
    kmacdorm@indiana.edu
  • Non-trader
    This developer has not identified itself as a trader. For consumers in the European Union, please note that consumer rights do not apply to contracts between you and this developer.

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  • Not being sold to third parties, outside of the approved use cases
  • Not being used or transferred for purposes that are unrelated to the item's core functionality
  • Not being used or transferred to determine creditworthiness or for lending purposes
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