DevSquad_UI_Audit_Template.xlsx

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1	UI AUDIT CHECKLIST
2	Based on the DevSquad UI Audit Framework — devsquad.com
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4		Product / App:	Auditor:	Date:	Version:
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6	#	Checklist Item	Status	Notes / Findings	Severity

7	01 Layout & Structure
8	1	Is the layout visually clear and easy to scan?	✗ Fail		High
9	2	Are high-priority elements placed where users naturally look first?	✓ Pass
10	3	Is spacing between elements consistent and purposeful?	✓ Pass
11	4	Are components grouped logically by function?
12	02 Navigation & User Flow
13	5	Can users complete key actions (signup, purchase, etc.) without getting lost?
14	6	Are menus intuitive, with clear labels and hierarchy?
15	7	Are there dead ends or screens where users have no clear next step?
16	8	Are breadcrumbs or progress indicators used where helpful?
17	03 Responsiveness & Mobile Usability
18	9	Does the interface adapt effectively across mobile, tablet, and desktop?
19	10	Are touch targets appropriately sized for finger navigation?
20	11	Are important functions preserved or optimized on smaller screens?
21	12	Is horizontal scrolling avoided except where intentionally designed?
22	04 Color & Visual Contrast
23	13	Do colors follow a consistent system (brand palette, semantic meaning)?
24	14	Is there sufficient contrast between text and background for readability?
25	15	Are colors used intentionally to draw attention or indicate action?
26	16	Can users rely on more than just color to understand meaning (accessibility)?
27	05 Typography & Readability
28	17	Are fonts legible at all screen sizes and resolutions?
29	18	Is there a clear visual hierarchy across headings, body text, and labels?
30	19	Are line lengths and spacing optimized for reading ease?
31	20	Are font styles and weights consistent across the product?
32	06 UI Components & Visual Consistency
33	21	Are buttons, forms, and icons used consistently across all pages?
34	22	Are interactive elements easily distinguishable from static content?
35	23	Are icon meanings intuitive and supported by labels where necessary?
36	24	Are microinteractions and animations purposeful, not distracting?
37	07 Interaction Feedback & System States
38	25	Do buttons, forms, and inputs provide real-time feedback (success, loading, error)?
39	26	Are error states informative and easy to recover from?
40	27	Is user progress communicated during multi-step tasks?
41	28	Are confirmation/warning messages used before critical actions?
42	08 Performance & Perceived Speed
43	29	Does the UI load quickly and respond without lag?
44	30	Are transitions and animations optimized for performance?
45	31	Are skeleton screens or loading indicators used to reduce perceived wait times?
46	32	Are images and assets appropriately compressed and served at correct resolutions?
47	09 Accessibility & Inclusive Design
48	33	Can users navigate using only a keyboard and/or screen reader?
49	34	Are alt texts provided for all important images?
50	35	Is content structured using semantic HTML elements?
51	36	Can all users complete key actions without assistance?
52	10 Testing & Validation
53	37	Have you reviewed session recordings or heatmaps (e.g., Hotjar, FullStory)?
54	38	Have you conducted usability testing with real or representative users?
55	39	Have you analyzed support tickets or feedback for recurring UI complaints?
56	40	Has your design been QA-tested on real devices and browsers?
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58	TOTALS		3	2 passed \| 1 failed
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