Heuristics+List

=** Heuristics List **=

** Accesibility **
Correct semantic organization of page. Headings use headings tags, paragraphs use paragraph tags Correct spelling and grammar make it easier to perform searches Simple language to facilitate scanning of page and lower reading level of the hearing impaired

** Images **
Crisp images, covey message Resized correctly, appropriate size for web, maintaining correct proportions with no distortion Optimized for web speed and display Use of alternate text

** Navigation **
Clear navigation Consistency in labeling and location of navigation controls Appropriate Handling of external links. e.g. _parent or _self display, notifying screen reader that you are opening a window Intuitive, efficient, and flexible navigation

** Metadata **
Make sure all pages have titles Use of keywords Use of description

** Design/Typography **
Limit the number of fonts for readability Use a readable font for body text Avoid using obscure fonts that will not display properly Use consistent layout and design throughout the site

** Access Keys/Keyboard Shortcuts **
Avoid using keyboard shortcuts or access keys that will conflict with browser shortcuts or are inconsistent with established standards

** Forms/Login **
Security of users information Error prevention; help users identify, diagnose and recover from errors Tell users how personal information is being used

**** Technical Issues ****
Page validates according to DOCTYPE Clean, well formed markup Clean, valid CSS Clean, valid JavaScript Page weight / load time (everything; not just images) Images have appropriate alt attribute

Overall User Experience
Meets business objectives / web site goal Meets web site objectives Meets web site requirements Fits within a unified whole

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