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Don Norman Principles UX Audit

This skill enables AI agents to perform a human-centered evaluation of usability and intuitiveness for apps, websites, or digital interfaces using Don Norman's 7 fundamental design principles from The Design of Everyday Things.

The principles emphasize discoverability, natural perception, and cognitive load reduction. Use this skill to detect intuitive frustrations (like digital "Norman doors"), improve user experience, and propose redesigns.

Combine with "Nielsen Heuristics UX Audit" or "UX Audit and Rethink" skills for comprehensive audits.

When to Use This Skill

Invoke this skill when:

  • Evaluating the intuitiveness of an interface
  • Identifying usability problems from a human-centered perspective
  • Assessing how naturally users can discover and use features
  • Auditing digital products for cognitive friction
  • Planning UX improvements based on fundamental design principles

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