Remote Usability Testing of Data Input Methods for Web Applications

摘要

The main purpose of the paper was to conduct a comparative analysis and examine the usability of selected methods and patterns of data entry in web systems and websites. A dedicated web application was developed as an experimental tool for conducting remote unmoderated usability tests. Implemented data entry design patterns and tested with real users included various alignment of labels on forms, entering of logical values, small numbers, dates and time. The metrics collected during the test comprised: time to complete a task, a number of mouse clicks, number of errors committed, the Single Ease Question survey, closed and open questions regarding the subjective assessment of tested patterns. Based on the collected results, recommendations for the best patterns and methods of data entry in the specific context of use were formulated.