A-
80.56% - avg severity 0.78
Visibility of System Status
Above average - minor gaps
Mission Context
Severity ratings reflect the supplied evidence, user goal, optional-profile scope, and any stated evidence limits. Support flows and activities should never outrank the checklist scorecard.
B+
78.01%
Good - a few notable issues
Plain Language Read
The biggest visible usability risk is inclusion and emotional fit need review. It affects Empathetic Engagement and Inclusion and should be fixed before broader polish.
Next Research Recommendation
Supply a usable source and checklist-level ratings before generating a scored report.
Before using this interface, address Empathetic Engagement and Inclusion first: Review the screen through emotional, cultural, and situational user contexts, then remove the highest-friction exclusion point.
Major Finding - Immediate Attention
Inclusion and emotional fit need review
Technical jargon barrier on Get Started tab: Plugin Zip, MCP/extension, Claude Cowork, MCPB assume Claude ecosystem knowledge. FAQ tab defines these terms but is one click away from the download decision. Non-technical practitioners encounter jargon before finding help.
Heuristic Scorecard - AI Audit, 14 Heuristics
C
58.33% - avg severity 1.67
Match Between System and the Real World
Needs attention - failing in places
A++
95.0% - avg severity 0.2
User Control and Freedom
Exceptional - industry benchmark
A-
82.14% - avg severity 0.71
Consistency and Standards
Above average - minor gaps
B+
75.0% - avg severity 1.0
Error Prevention
Good - a few notable issues
B+
75.0% - avg severity 1.0
Recognition Rather Than Recall
Good - a few notable issues
A-
83.33% - avg severity 0.67
Flexibility and Efficiency of Use
Above average - minor gaps
A
85.94% - avg severity 0.56
Aesthetic and Minimalist Design
Strong - meets standard
B+
75.0% - avg severity 1.0
Help Users Recognize, Diagnose, and Recover from Errors
Good - a few notable issues
A++
100.0% - avg severity 0.0
Help and Documentation
Exceptional - industry benchmark
B-
68.75% - avg severity 1.25
Accessibility and Ease of Access
Below average - multiple issues
C
58.33% - avg severity 1.67
Empathetic Engagement and Inclusion
Needs attention - failing in places
A-
83.33% - avg severity 0.67
Customer Journey and Satisfaction
Above average - minor gaps
B
71.43% - avg severity 1.14
UX Writing / Content and Tone
Acceptable - some improvement needed
Findings - Prioritized Fix Order
1
Major Empathetic Engagement and Inclusion - h12_d_01
Inclusion and emotional fit need review
Observed Issue
Technical jargon barrier on Get Started tab: Plugin Zip, MCP/extension, Claude Cowork, MCPB assume Claude ecosystem knowledge. FAQ tab defines these terms but is one click away from the download decision. Non-technical practitioners encounter jargon before finding help.
Recommendation
Review the screen through emotional, cultural, and situational user contexts, then remove the highest-friction exclusion point.
This checklist item indicates measurable heuristic friction for the evaluated surface.
Supporting lenses: Goodhart's Law / Metric Gaming, Design Justice Principles
Evidence: img-1 - Confidence: high
2
Major Empathetic Engagement and Inclusion - h12_d_06
Users may need more control and choice
Observed Issue
What is an MCP? is a separate URL not linked from main navigation of tool product pages. A confused user on Critical Compass or UXHC page has no visible path to understanding the ecosystem. Footer link on home page is insufficient prominence.
Recommendation
Expose user controls for notifications, permissions, personalization, or recovery where users can find them quickly.
This checklist item indicates measurable heuristic friction for the evaluated surface.
Supporting lenses: Default Effect, Goodhart's Law / Metric Gaming
Evidence: img-1 - Confidence: high
3
Major Error Prevention - h05_d_05
Error Prevention needs targeted review
Observed Issue
Three download options require knowing which Claude surface the user has. Best for Claude Cowork or Claude Code context clues assume prior platform knowledge. New users cannot confidently choose. FAQ tab explains terms but is behind navigation.
Recommendation
Review the affected element against Error Prevention and make the next user action clearer, safer, or easier to recover from.
This checklist item indicates measurable heuristic friction for the evaluated surface.
Supporting lenses: Law of Proximity, Fitts's Law
Evidence: img-2 - Confidence: high
4
Major Match Between System and the Real World - h02_d_01
Match Between System and the Real World needs targeted review
Observed Issue
Multiple undefined technical terms inline: Plugin Zip, MCP/extension, Claude Cowork, MCPB. FAQ tab defines these but is one click away from the download decision. Non-technical practitioners will encounter jargon before finding the FAQ.
Recommendation
Review the affected element against Match Between System and the Real World and make the next user action clearer, safer, or easier to recover from.
This checklist item indicates measurable heuristic friction for the evaluated surface.
Supporting lenses: Jakob's Law / Familiar Conventions, Plain Language Principle
Evidence: img-1 - Confidence: high
5
Moderate Accessibility and Ease of Access - h11_d_01
Content may not be perceivable for everyone
Observed Issue
Green/teal text for links on white backgrounds may not meet WCAG AA 4.5:1 for small text. Cannot verify exact ratio from screenshot.
Recommendation
Add text alternatives and non-color cues so critical content remains perceivable across assistive and display settings.
This checklist item indicates measurable heuristic friction for the evaluated surface.
Supporting lenses: WCAG POUR Principles, Figure-Ground
Evidence: img-2 - Confidence: medium
6
Moderate Accessibility and Ease of Access - h11_d_04
Surface accessibility needs targeted review
Observed Issue
Cannot verify alt text from screenshots. Compass logo, infographic images, and author photos all require descriptive alt text. High likelihood of missing alt text.
Recommendation
Run a surface accessibility pass on the affected screen and fix the visible access barrier before deeper compliance review.
This checklist item indicates measurable heuristic friction for the evaluated surface.
Supporting lenses: WCAG POUR Principles, WAI-ARIA Authoring Practices
Evidence: img-1 - Confidence: low
7
Moderate Aesthetic and Minimalist Design - h08_d_02
Primary action hierarchy is not clear
Observed Issue
Multiple competing CTAs per tool card: Learn More, GitHub, Download + Learn, Download Plugin, Download Extension. No single dominant action on home page grid.
Recommendation
Make the primary action the clearest visual starting point and reduce secondary actions around it.
This checklist item indicates measurable heuristic friction for the evaluated surface.
Supporting lenses: Visual Hierarchy, Fitts's Law
Evidence: img-1 - Confidence: high
8
Moderate Aesthetic and Minimalist Design - h08_d_06
Visual hierarchy is not supporting the task
Observed Issue
Plugin download uses teal/green, Desktop Extension uses orange. Two competing primary button colors create visual noise and may imply unintended priority.
Recommendation
Rework the visual hierarchy so the page guides users from the main purpose to the next action without extra scanning.
This checklist item indicates measurable heuristic friction for the evaluated surface.
Supporting lenses: Fitts's Law, Visual Hierarchy
Evidence: img-2 - Confidence: high
9
Moderate Consistency and Standards - h04_d_05
Consistency and trust cues need review
Observed Issue
Terminology inconsistencies: Plugin Zip vs Claude Cowork Plugin. MCPB/Desktop Extension vs Desktop Extension.
Recommendation
Audit repeated navigation, labels, components, and trust cues, then align any pattern that changes meaning across screens.
This checklist item indicates measurable heuristic friction for the evaluated surface.
Supporting lenses: Law of Common Region, Shneiderman's Eight Golden Rules
Evidence: img-2 - Confidence: high
10
Moderate Consistency and Standards - h04_d_06
Consistency and trust cues need review
Observed Issue
CTA labels vary: Download Plugin, Download Extension, Download Skill, Download + Learn, Learn More, Read Suite Overview. Inconsistent verb/noun patterns.
Recommendation
Audit repeated navigation, labels, components, and trust cues, then align any pattern that changes meaning across screens.
This checklist item indicates measurable heuristic friction for the evaluated surface.
Supporting lenses: Shneiderman's Eight Golden Rules, Platform Human Interface Guidelines
Evidence: img-1 - Confidence: high
Owner-Role Triage Matrix
| Owner | Linked finding | Next action | Impact | Effort | Confidence | Supporting roles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Research | h12 / h12_d_01 | Review the screen through emotional, cultural, and situational user contexts, then remove the highest-friction exclusion point. | high | Low-Medium | high | |
| Research | h12 / h12_d_06 | Expose user controls for notifications, permissions, personalization, or recovery where users can find them quickly. | high | Low-Medium | high | |
| Engineer | h05 / h05_d_05 | Review the affected element against Error Prevention and make the next user action clearer, safer, or easier to recover from. | high | Medium | high | |
| Product | h02 / h02_d_01 | Review the affected element against Match Between System and the Real World and make the next user action clearer, safer, or easier to recover from. | high | Low-Medium | high | |
| Engineer | h11 / h11_d_01 | Add text alternatives and non-color cues so critical content remains perceivable across assistive and display settings. | medium | Medium | medium | |
| Engineer | h11 / h11_d_04 | Run a surface accessibility pass on the affected screen and fix the visible access barrier before deeper compliance review. | medium | Medium | low | Research |
| Designer | h08 / h08_d_02 | Make the primary action the clearest visual starting point and reduce secondary actions around it. | medium | Low | high | |
| Designer | h08 / h08_d_06 | Rework the visual hierarchy so the page guides users from the main purpose to the next action without extra scanning. | medium | Low | high | |
| Product | h04 / h04_d_05 | Audit repeated navigation, labels, components, and trust cues, then align any pattern that changes meaning across screens. | medium | Low | high | |
| Product | h04 / h04_d_06 | Audit repeated navigation, labels, components, and trust cues, then align any pattern that changes meaning across screens. | medium | Low | high |
What Is Working Well
- Visibility of System Status holds up with A- (80.56%).
- User Control and Freedom holds up with A++ (95.0%).
- Consistency and Standards holds up with A- (82.14%).
- Flexibility and Efficiency of Use holds up with A- (83.33%).
- Aesthetic and Minimalist Design holds up with A (85.94%).
- Help and Documentation holds up with A++ (100.0%).
- Customer Journey and Satisfaction holds up with A- (83.33%).
Evidence Limits
source: source preparation was partial or blocked (ratings may be incomplete or unavailable)
h01_d_03: Dynamic states not observable from static screenshots (rating confidence is reduced)
h01_d_05: Static captures cannot show error feedback (rating confidence is reduced)
h01_d_06: Active/hover states for nav elements not captured in static screenshots (rating confidence is reduced)
h02_d_01: FAQ tab content captured in follow-up; jargon definitions exist behind tab navigation, not inline on Get Started tab (rating confidence is reduced)
h04_d_08: Hover/focus state consistency not verifiable from static screenshots (rating confidence is reduced)
h04_d_09: Action links vs navigation links state differences not captured in static screenshots (rating confidence is reduced)
h04_d_16: Static site; no transition states observable (rating confidence is reduced)
h04_d_17: Locked product interactive state behavior not captured (rating confidence is reduced)
h07_d_02: Keyboard navigation not verifiable from static screenshots (rating confidence is reduced)
h07_d_03: Product detail depth limited to static download cards (rating confidence is reduced)
h09_d_01: Static captures cannot show error messages (rating confidence is reduced)
h09_d_02: Error and loading states not visible in static screenshots; no form submission, failed-auth, or API-error states captured (rating confidence is reduced)
h10_d_01: In-context help links not clicked through; help destination quality not verified (rating confidence is reduced)
h12_d_01: FAQ and Install Guide tab content captured in follow-up review; jargon definitions exist behind tab navigation, not inline (rating confidence is reduced)
h14_d_05: No error message copy observable from static screenshots (rating confidence is reduced)
h14_d_06: Paragraph length measured from visible viewport; full tab content not captured in original screenshots (rating confidence is reduced)
h01_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h01_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h01_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h01_d_02: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h01_d_03: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h01_d_04: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h01_d_04: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h01_d_06: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h01_d_06: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h01_d_06: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h01_d_06: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h01_d_06: evidence_ref 'img-5' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h01_d_07: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h01_d_07: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h01_d_07: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h01_d_08: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h01_d_09: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h02_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h02_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h02_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h02_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h02_d_02: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h02_d_02: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h02_d_02: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h02_d_03: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h02_d_03: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h02_d_03: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h03_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h03_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h03_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h03_d_02: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h03_d_03: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h03_d_04: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h03_d_05: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h03_d_05: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h03_d_05: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-5' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_02: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_02: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_02: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_03: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_03: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_03: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_04: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_04: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_04: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_05: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_05: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_05: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_06: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_06: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_06: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_06: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_07: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_09: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_10: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_10: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_10: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_10: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_11: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_11: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_12: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_12: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_13: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_13: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_14: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_14: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_14: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_15: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_15: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_15: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_17: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_17: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_17: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_18: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_19: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_20: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_20: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_20: evidence_ref 'img-5' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_21: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_21: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h04_d_21: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h05_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h05_d_02: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h05_d_02: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h05_d_02: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h05_d_03: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h05_d_04: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h05_d_04: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h05_d_05: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h05_d_05: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h05_d_05: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h06_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h06_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h06_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h06_d_02: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h06_d_02: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h06_d_02: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h06_d_03: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h06_d_04: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h06_d_04: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h06_d_04: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h07_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h07_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h07_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h07_d_03: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h07_d_04: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h07_d_04: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h07_d_04: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h07_d_05: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h07_d_05: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h07_d_05: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h07_d_06: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h07_d_07: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h07_d_08: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h07_d_08: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h07_d_08: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h07_d_09: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h07_d_09: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h07_d_09: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h08_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h08_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h08_d_02: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h08_d_02: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h08_d_03: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h08_d_03: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h08_d_04: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h08_d_04: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h08_d_04: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h08_d_05: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h08_d_05: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h08_d_06: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h08_d_06: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h08_d_06: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h08_d_07: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h08_d_07: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h08_d_08: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h08_d_08: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h08_d_09: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h08_d_09: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h08_d_09: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h08_d_10: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h08_d_11: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h08_d_11: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h08_d_12: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h08_d_12: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h08_d_13: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h08_d_13: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h08_d_14: evidence_ref 'img-5' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h08_d_15: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h08_d_15: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h08_d_15: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h08_d_16: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h08_d_16: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h10_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h10_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h10_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h10_d_02: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h10_d_02: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h10_d_02: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h10_d_03: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h10_d_03: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h10_d_03: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h10_d_04: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h10_d_04: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h10_d_04: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h10_d_05: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h10_d_05: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h10_d_05: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h11_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h11_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h11_d_02: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h11_d_02: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h11_d_02: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h11_d_03: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h11_d_03: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h11_d_04: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h11_d_04: evidence_ref 'img-5' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h12_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h12_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h12_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h12_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h12_d_02: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h12_d_02: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h12_d_03: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h12_d_03: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h12_d_04: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h12_d_05: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h12_d_05: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h12_d_05: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h12_d_06: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h12_d_06: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h12_d_06: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h13_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h13_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h13_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h13_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h13_d_02: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h13_d_02: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h13_d_03: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h13_d_03: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h13_d_03: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h13_d_04: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h13_d_04: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h13_d_05: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h13_d_05: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h13_d_06: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h13_d_06: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h13_d_06: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h14_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h14_d_01: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h14_d_02: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h14_d_02: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h14_d_02: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h14_d_03: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h14_d_03: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h14_d_04: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h14_d_04: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h14_d_04: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h14_d_04: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h14_d_06: evidence_ref 'img-1' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h14_d_07: evidence_ref 'img-2' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h14_d_07: evidence_ref 'img-3' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
h14_d_07: evidence_ref 'img-4' was not found in the AuditEvidenceGraph (rating remains usable but traceability is reduced)
Recommended Next Validation Steps
Validation Step 1
Supply a usable source and checklist-level ratings before generating a scored report.
Supporting UX Laws And Principles
Support-only explanation. These lenses do not create findings, change 0-4 checklist ratings, or certify compliance.
| Lens | Source family | Applies to | Why it matters | Caveat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shneiderman's Eight Golden Rules | Shneiderman | h04/h04_d_05, h04/h04_d_06, h04/h04_d_02 | The finding is also consistent with Shneiderman-style interface review principles. | The rules are broad and require domain-specific interpretation. |
| Plain Language Principle | Content design practice | h02/h02_d_01, h07/h07_d_01, h14/h14_d_01 | The finding is supported by plain-language risk: the wording may slow understanding or recovery. | Plain language depends on audience, domain vocabulary, localization, and risk level. |
| Visual Hierarchy | UI design practice | h08/h08_d_02, h08/h08_d_06, h01/h01_d_04 | The finding is supported by visual hierarchy: the screen does not make the most important next action visually primary. | Hierarchy needs to match the user's current task, not only stakeholder importance. |
| Fitts's Law | Laws of UX / HCI | h05/h05_d_05, h08/h08_d_02, h08/h08_d_06 | The finding is supported by target-acquisition risk: the important action is not easy enough to locate or activate. | Motor models predict tendencies; device, posture, tremor, screen size, and assistive technology can change the risk. |
| Platform Human Interface Guidelines | Apple / Material / Fluent | h04/h04_d_06, h04/h04_d_12, h04/h04_d_13 | The finding is supported by platform-guideline risk: the component may not match expected platform behavior. | Platform guidance differs across iOS, Android, web, and desktop. |
| KLM / GOMS Expert Efficiency Models | HCI | h07/h07_d_01, h13/h13_d_02, h07/h07_d_02 | The finding is supported by expert-efficiency risk: repeated users may spend avoidable effort on extra operations. | These models are best for routine expert tasks; novice learning and emotional safety need other lenses too. |
Do not use this as a replacement rubric; map it back to the active UXHC checklist item.
Do not remove precise domain terms that expert users need; explain them when needed.
Do not make every business priority visually dominant; hierarchy requires tradeoffs.
Do not reduce this to bigger buttons everywhere; apply it to task-critical targets with evidence.
Do not mix platform guidance without naming the evaluated platform.
Prioritized Fix Roadmap
| When | Recommended action |
|---|---|
| Sprint 1 | Review the screen through emotional, cultural, and situational user contexts, then remove the highest-friction exclusion point. |
| Sprint 1 | Expose user controls for notifications, permissions, personalization, or recovery where users can find them quickly. |
| Sprint 1 | Review the affected element against Error Prevention and make the next user action clearer, safer, or easier to recover from. |
| Sprint 1 | Review the affected element against Match Between System and the Real World and make the next user action clearer, safer, or easier to recover from. |
| Sprint 2 | Add text alternatives and non-color cues so critical content remains perceivable across assistive and display settings. |
| Sprint 2 | Run a surface accessibility pass on the affected screen and fix the visible access barrier before deeper compliance review. |
| Sprint 2 | Make the primary action the clearest visual starting point and reduce secondary actions around it. |
| Sprint 2 | Rework the visual hierarchy so the page guides users from the main purpose to the next action without extra scanning. |
| Sprint 2 | Audit repeated navigation, labels, components, and trust cues, then align any pattern that changes meaning across screens. |
| Sprint 2 | Audit repeated navigation, labels, components, and trust cues, then align any pattern that changes meaning across screens. |
| Sprint 2 | Standardize repeated components, labels, and visual treatments so the same action looks and behaves the same way everywhere. |
| Sprint 2 | Review the affected element against Customer Journey and Satisfaction and make the next user action clearer, safer, or easier to recover from. |
High-Impact / Low-Effort Micro-Solutions
| Role | Micro-solution | Linked finding | Why high impact | Estimated effort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Research | Review the screen through emotional, cultural, and situational user contexts, then remove the highest-friction exclusion point. | h12 / h12_d_01 | This checklist item indicates measurable heuristic friction for the evaluated surface. | Low-Medium |
| Research | Expose user controls for notifications, permissions, personalization, or recovery where users can find them quickly. | h12 / h12_d_06 | This checklist item indicates measurable heuristic friction for the evaluated surface. | Low-Medium |
| Engineer | Review the affected element against Error Prevention and make the next user action clearer, safer, or easier to recover from. | h05 / h05_d_05 | This checklist item indicates measurable heuristic friction for the evaluated surface. | Low-Medium |
| Product | Review the affected element against Match Between System and the Real World and make the next user action clearer, safer, or easier to recover from. | h02 / h02_d_01 | This checklist item indicates measurable heuristic friction for the evaluated surface. | Low-Medium |
| Engineer | Add text alternatives and non-color cues so critical content remains perceivable across assistive and display settings. | h11 / h11_d_01 | This checklist item indicates measurable heuristic friction for the evaluated surface. | Low-Medium |
| Engineer | Run a surface accessibility pass on the affected screen and fix the visible access barrier before deeper compliance review. | h11 / h11_d_04 | This checklist item indicates measurable heuristic friction for the evaluated surface. | Low-Medium |
Audit Scope and Omitted Profiles
Status: all_optionals_active
Optional profile mode: scoped
Scored optional profiles: accessibility (h11), inclusion (h12), journey (h13), ux_writing (h14)
Omitted optional profiles:
None
For a full advanced audit, rerun with optional_profile_mode='all_optionals' or profiles=['accessibility','inclusion','journey','ux_writing'].
Complete Checklist Scores
All checklist rows are shown. Use the Score and Status columns to scan Passed, Issue, and Major rows without JavaScript filters.
Visibility of System Status (h01) - 9 checklist items
| Item | Checklist text | Score | Status | Confidence | Severity basis | Evidence | Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| h01_d_01 | Every interface begins with a title/header that describes page contents | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-1, img-2, img-3 | Active tab is underlined in red/orange across all product pages. Current section visually indicated. | |
| h01_d_02 | Headings and subheadings are short, straightforward and descriptive | 2.0 | Issue | low | img-1 | Download button and copy-prompt actions have no visible confirmation state observable from static screenshots. | |
| h01_d_03 | Value proposition is clearly stated on the home page (tagline or welcome blurb) | 1.0 | Issue | low | img-1 | Static site, limited loading states visible. | |
| h01_d_04 | The items on the home page are clearly focused on primary actions | 2.0 | Issue | low | img-2, img-3 | Copy prompt buttons show no visible confirmation state after activation. File download completion not observable. | |
| h01_d_05 | Each page is clearly branded so that the user knows they are on the same site | 1.0 | Issue | low | No error states visible. | ||
| h01_d_06 | Navigation makes it clear which page I am on | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-1, img-2, img-3, img-4, img-5 | Page titles accurately reflect content: Compass Suite, Download Critical Compass, Download Prompt Compass, Download UX Heuristics Compass, What is an MCP? | |
| h01_d_07 | Link names match the title of destination pages, so users will know when they have reached the intended page | 1.0 | Issue | high | img-2, img-3, img-4 | Back to Compass Suite button present and helpful. Active tab underlined. No breadcrumb trail for deeper navigation. | |
| h01_d_08 | Standard elements (page titles, site navigation, page navigation, privacy policy, etc.) are easy to locate | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-1 | Locked and unavailable tools clearly labeled: Downloads Coming Later, Locked Until Privacy Scrub. Status communicated proactively. | |
| h01_d_09 | Logo is in a consistent location, and clicking the logo returns the user back to the home page | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-1 | No multi-step processes on these informational/download pages. Not applicable. |
Match Between System and the Real World (h02) - 3 checklist items
| Item | Checklist text | Score | Status | Confidence | Severity basis | Evidence | Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| h02_d_01 | Navigation tabs are located at the top of the page, and look like clickable versions of real-world tabs | 3.0 | Major | high | img-1, img-2, img-3, img-4 | Multiple undefined technical terms inline: Plugin Zip, MCP/extension, Claude Cowork, MCPB. FAQ tab defines these but is one click away from the download decision. Non-technical practitioners will encounter jargon before finding the FAQ. | |
| h02_d_02 | Items that are not clickable do not have characteristics that suggest that they are clickable | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-1, img-2, img-3 | Tab navigation order is logical. Card layout follows left-to-right reading flow. | |
| h02_d_03 | Items that are clickable look like they are clickable | 2.0 | Issue | high | img-2, img-3, img-4 | Skill is Claude-specific terminology. Plugin Zip describes a file format, not a user task. Compass metaphor works well. |
User Control and Freedom (h03) - 5 checklist items
| Item | Checklist text | Score | Status | Confidence | Severity basis | Evidence | Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| h03_d_01 | There is a search box | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-2, img-3, img-4 | Back to Compass Suite button clearly visible on all product pages. | |
| h03_d_02 | There are clearly marked exits on every page allowing the user to bail out of the current task without having to depend on the browser Back button | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-1 | No irreversible actions on this informational/download site. | |
| h03_d_03 | The site does not disable the browser Back button and the Back button appears on the browser toolbar on every page | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-1 | No processes to get trapped in. Static pages with free navigation. | |
| h03_d_04 | Clicking the back button always takes the user back to the page they came from | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-1 | No modal dialogs or overlays observed. | |
| h03_d_05 | Undo and redo are supported | 1.0 | Issue | medium | img-2, img-3, img-4 | No skip navigation links visible. Pages have repeated header and tab navigation. Minor accessibility concern. |
Consistency and Standards (h04) - 21 checklist items
| Item | Checklist text | Score | Status | Confidence | Severity basis | Evidence | Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| h04_d_01 | In your expert opinion, site content does not look like advertisements | 1.0 | Issue | high | img-1, img-2, img-3, img-4, img-5 | Highly consistent across Critical, Prompt, and UXHC pages. what-is-an-mcp uses slightly different layout. | |
| h04_d_02 | Clickable elements use a consistent style/color for primary, secondary, and tertiary actions | 2.0 | Issue | high | img-2, img-3, img-4 | Download buttons use two colors: teal for Plugin, orange for Desktop Extension. Creates visual inconsistency and implies unintended priority hierarchy. | |
| h04_d_03 | Value proposition is clearly stated on the home page (tagline or welcome blurb) | 1.0 | Issue | high | img-1, img-2, img-3 | Tab navigation consistent across product pages. Home page has a different tab structure. | |
| h04_d_04 | Navigation choices are ordered in the most logical or task-oriented manner, with less important corporate information at the bottom | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-2, img-3, img-4 | Critical, Prompt, and UXHC pages follow identical layout template. | |
| h04_d_05 | All corporate information is grouped in one distinct area, such as About Us | 2.0 | Issue | high | img-2, img-3, img-4 | Terminology inconsistencies: Plugin Zip vs Claude Cowork Plugin. MCPB/Desktop Extension vs Desktop Extension. | |
| h04_d_06 | The home page of the site has a memorable URL | 2.0 | Issue | high | img-1, img-2, img-3, img-4 | CTA labels vary: Download Plugin, Download Extension, Download Skill, Download + Learn, Learn More, Read Suite Overview. Inconsistent verb/noun patterns. | |
| h04_d_07 | Terminology is consistent with general web usage | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-1 | Status badges (Public beta, Alpha, Preview, Early beta) are styled consistently. | |
| h04_d_08 | There is a visible change when the mouse points at something clickable, excluding cursor changes | 1.0 | Issue | low | Hover states not observable from screenshots. | ||
| h04_d_09 | Hypertext links that invoke actions, such as downloads or new windows, are clearly distinguished from hypertext links that load another page | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-1 | No form elements observed. Not applicable. | |
| h04_d_10 | If the site spawns new windows, these will not confuse the user and can be easily closed | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-1, img-2, img-3, img-4 | Compass icon used consistently. Version badge styling consistent. | |
| h04_d_11 | Menu instructions, prompts and messages appear in the same place on each screen | 1.0 | Issue | medium | img-1, img-2 | Spacing mostly consistent. Home page grid and product page card spacing differ slightly. | |
| h04_d_12 | The content is up-to-date, authoritative and trustworthy | 1.0 | Issue | medium | img-2, img-3 | Heading hierarchy appears logical visually. | |
| h04_d_13 | The site contains third-party support, such as citations or testimonials, to verify the accuracy of information | 1.0 | Issue | medium | img-1, img-2 | Tool cards on home page differ from download option cards on product pages. | |
| h04_d_14 | It is clear that there is a real organization behind the site, such as a physical address or office photo | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-2, img-3, img-4 | Active tab indicated consistently with red/orange underline. | |
| h04_d_15 | The content is fresh: the site includes recent content | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-2, img-3, img-4 | Download [Tool Name] H1 pattern used consistently. | |
| h04_d_16 | The site is free of typographic errors and spelling mistakes | 0.0 | Passed | high | Static site. Loading/transition states not applicable. | ||
| h04_d_17 | The visual design is consistent, including colors, layout, iconography, etc. | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-1, img-2, img-4 | Locked/coming-soon states labeled consistently with text badges. | |
| h04_d_18 | On content pages, line lengths are neither too short (under 50 characters per line) nor too long (over 100 characters per line) when viewed in a standard browser width window | 1.0 | Issue | high | img-1 | Available tool cards have many CTAs; locked tools have much less content. Card heights differ. | |
| h04_d_19 | Fonts are used consistently and are legible | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-1 | More download options expandable section used consistently. | |
| h04_d_20 | The site can be used without scrolling horizontally | 1.0 | Issue | high | img-1, img-2, img-5 | Home page has tabs in header, product pages have back button plus tabs, what-is-an-mcp has thin colored top bar with no tabs. Header structure varies. | |
| h04_d_21 | Design components, such as radio buttons and checkboxes, are used appropriately | 1.0 | Issue | medium | img-2, img-3, img-4 | Links styled in teal/green. External links may not have external-link indicators. |
Error Prevention (h05) - 5 checklist items
| Item | Checklist text | Score | Status | Confidence | Severity basis | Evidence | Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| h05_d_01 | Pages are free of scroll stoppers: headings or page elements that create the illusion that users have reached the top or bottom of a page when they have not | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-1 | No destructive or irreversible actions on this informational/download site. | |
| h05_d_02 | The user does not need to consult user manuals or other external information to use the site | 2.0 | Issue | medium | img-2, img-3, img-4 | Installation complexity not surfaced upfront. Downloads go directly to file without prerequisites summary. | |
| h05_d_03 | User confirmation is required before carrying out potentially dangerous actions, such as deleting something | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-1 | No form elements visible. Not applicable. | |
| h05_d_04 | The site provides feedback that helps the user learn how to use the site | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-2, img-3 | Copy prompt buttons have low-consequence accidental activation. | |
| h05_d_05 | There is sufficient space between targets to prevent the user from hitting multiple or incorrect targets | 3.0 | Major | high | img-2, img-3, img-4 | Three download options require knowing which Claude surface the user has. Best for Claude Cowork or Claude Code context clues assume prior platform knowledge. New users cannot confidently choose. FAQ tab explains terms but is behind navigation. |
Recognition Rather Than Recall (h06) - 4 checklist items
| Item | Checklist text | Score | Status | Confidence | Severity basis | Evidence | Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| h06_d_01 | Search suggestions or filters are provided | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-2, img-3, img-4 | Pick Your Path table makes all use-case options visible without requiring recall. Excellent recognition aid. | |
| h06_d_02 | Each page is clearly labeled with a descriptive and useful title that makes sense as a bookmark | 2.0 | Issue | high | img-2, img-3, img-4 | Context clues like Best for Claude Cowork or Claude Code assume prior knowledge of Claude platform surfaces. | |
| h06_d_03 | Links and link titles are descriptive and predictive, and there are no Click here links | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-1 | Static information site. No user state to surface or recall. | |
| h06_d_04 | Buttons and links show that they have been clicked | 2.0 | Issue | high | img-2, img-3, img-4 | Install guides available only via How to install link and Install Guide tab, not inline with download buttons. |
Flexibility and Efficiency of Use (h07) - 9 checklist items
| Item | Checklist text | Score | Status | Confidence | Severity basis | Evidence | Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| h07_d_01 | Useful content is presented on the home page or within one click of the home page | 2.0 | Issue | medium | img-2, img-3, img-4 | No differentiated paths for experienced vs new users. Returning user must scan same full page as first-time visitor. | |
| h07_d_02 | The terms used for navigation items and hypertext links are unambiguous and jargon-free | 1.0 | Issue | low | Keyboard navigation not observable from screenshots. | ||
| h07_d_03 | If there are product pages, they contain the detail necessary to make a purchase, and users can zoom in on product images | 1.0 | Issue | medium | img-1 | No customization options visible. Not expected for a static download site. | |
| h07_d_04 | The words, phrases and concepts used will be familiar to the typical user | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-2, img-3, img-4 | Download buttons are prominent and reachable in 1-2 clicks. Efficient for primary action. | |
| h07_d_05 | Content feels friendly for new users | 1.0 | Issue | medium | img-2, img-3, img-4 | Best for hints are helpful but assume platform knowledge. | |
| h07_d_06 | Content feels customizable or useable for frequent or expert users | 1.0 | Issue | medium | img-1 | No search functionality across the suite. | |
| h07_d_07 | The screen density is appropriate for the target users and their tasks | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-1 | Bulk download not applicable to this site type. | |
| h07_d_08 | Icons and graphics are standard and/or intuitive (concrete and familiar) | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-2, img-3, img-4 | Progressive disclosure used well: Pick Your Path, More download options expandable, Advanced tab for power users. | |
| h07_d_09 | Where tooltips are used, they provide useful additional help and do not simply duplicate text in the icon, link or field label | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-2, img-3, img-4 | Primary download path is the most visually prominent CTA. |
Aesthetic and Minimalist Design (h08) - 16 checklist items
| Item | Checklist text | Score | Status | Confidence | Severity basis | Evidence | Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| h08_d_01 | By just looking at the home page, the first time user will understand where to start | 1.0 | Issue | high | img-1, img-2 | Pages are generally clean. Some minor clutter from multiple CTAs per tool card. | |
| h08_d_02 | Primary actions are easy to find and understand | 2.0 | Issue | high | img-1, img-2 | Multiple competing CTAs per tool card: Learn More, GitHub, Download + Learn, Download Plugin, Download Extension. No single dominant action on home page grid. | |
| h08_d_03 | Individual pages are free of clutter and irrelevant information, and attention-attracting features are used sparingly and only where relevant | 1.0 | Issue | high | img-2, img-3 | Tool name and primary tagline are large and prominent. Multiple CTAs create some hierarchy competition. | |
| h08_d_04 | The home page is professionally designed and will create a positive first impression | 1.0 | Issue | high | img-2, img-3, img-4 | Version numbers appear in header area and within download cards. Some redundancy. | |
| h08_d_05 | The home page looks like a home page; pages lower in the site will not be confused with it | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-1, img-2 | Compass icons purposeful. Status badges provide useful information. No purely decorative noise. | |
| h08_d_06 | The site avoids advertisements, especially pop-ups | 2.0 | Issue | high | img-2, img-3, img-4 | Plugin download uses teal/green, Desktop Extension uses orange. Two competing primary button colors create visual noise and may imply unintended priority. | |
| h08_d_07 | Text is concise, with no needless instructions or welcome notes | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-2, img-3 | Whitespace used effectively. Cards have adequate padding. Sections well-separated. | |
| h08_d_08 | Pages use bulleted and numbered lists in preference to narrative text | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-2, img-3 | Typography hierarchy clear: large bold heading, descriptive tagline, body text. Good contrast. | |
| h08_d_09 | The most important items in a list are placed at the top | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-2, img-3, img-4 | Download options and primary content visible without scrolling at 1440x900 viewport. | |
| h08_d_10 | Pages are quick to scan, with ample headings and subheadings and short paragraphs | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-1 | No popups, interstitials, autoplay, or intrusive overlays observed. | |
| h08_d_11 | Information is organized hierarchically, from the general to the specific, and the organization is clear and logical | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-2, img-3 | Pick Your Path table is well-structured with clear use-case and action columns. | |
| h08_d_12 | Text links are long enough to be understood, but short enough to minimize wrapping, especially when used as a navigation list | 1.0 | Issue | high | img-1, img-2 | Home page 6 tools manageable. UXHC page 6 prompt card types slightly dense. | |
| h08_d_13 | On all pages, the most important information, such as frequently used topics, features and functions, is presented on the first screenful of information above the fold | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-2, img-3 | Buttons appear well-sized and spaced. | |
| h08_d_14 | The relationship between controls and their actions is obvious | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-5 | what-is-an-mcp infographic images are purposeful and explanatory. | |
| h08_d_15 | There is a clear visual starting point to every page | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-1, img-2, img-3 | Overall design is polished. Consistent brand identity with teal/white/gray palette. | |
| h08_d_16 | The site is pleasant to look at | 1.0 | Issue | medium | img-2, img-4 | UXHC page has 6 prompt card types which slightly strains the layout. |
Help Users Recognize, Diagnose, and Recover from Errors (h09) - 2 checklist items
| Item | Checklist text | Score | Status | Confidence | Severity basis | Evidence | Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| h09_d_01 | The site uses a customised 404 page, which includes tips on how to find the missing page and links to Home and Search | 1.0 | Issue | low | No error states observable from static captures. | ||
| h09_d_02 | Error messages contain clear instructions on what to do next, including form error states | 1.0 | Issue | low | No error recovery paths visible. Minor concern for informational site. |
Help and Documentation (h10) - 5 checklist items
| Item | Checklist text | Score | Status | Confidence | Severity basis | Evidence | Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| h10_d_01 | Help is available and easy to find | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-2, img-3, img-4 | How to install links are inline with each download option. Help findable at point of action. | |
| h10_d_02 | FAQs are present if appropriate | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-2, img-3, img-4 | Install Guide and FAQ tabs available on all product pages. | |
| h10_d_03 | When giving instructions, pages tell users what to do rather than what to avoid doing | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-2, img-3, img-4 | What is [Tool]? sections clearly explain purpose and value. | |
| h10_d_04 | The site shows users how to do common tasks where appropriate, such as demonstrations of the site's functionality | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-2, img-3, img-4 | Your First Prompt section with copyable prompts is excellent context-specific help at the moment of initial use. | |
| h10_d_05 | It is easy to contact someone for assistance and a reply is received quickly | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-2, img-3, img-4 | Tab categories (Get Started, About, Install Guide, FAQ) allow users to find help without guessing search terms. |
Accessibility and Ease of Access (h11) - 4 checklist items
| Item | Checklist text | Score | Status | Confidence | Severity basis | Evidence | Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| h11_d_01 | P - Content alternatives are provided, content is adaptable, and content is easy to hear and see | 2.0 | Issue | medium | img-2, img-3 | Green/teal text for links on white backgrounds may not meet WCAG AA 4.5:1 for small text. Cannot verify exact ratio from screenshot. | |
| h11_d_02 | O - All functionality is available and flexible, enough time is provided, content is safe, and content is easy to find | 1.0 | Issue | medium | img-2, img-3, img-4 | Primary download buttons appear well-sized. Tab navigation items appear smaller than recommended 44px touch target. | |
| h11_d_03 | U - Content text is readable and understandable, content appears and operates in predictable ways, and users are helped to avoid and correct mistakes | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-1, img-2 | Status badges use both color AND text labels. No color-only information. | |
| h11_d_04 | R - Compatibility is maximized for current and future user agents | 2.0 | Issue | low | img-1, img-5 | Cannot verify alt text from screenshots. Compass logo, infographic images, and author photos all require descriptive alt text. High likelihood of missing alt text. |
Empathetic Engagement and Inclusion (h12) - 6 checklist items
| Item | Checklist text | Score | Status | Confidence | Severity basis | Evidence | Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| h12_d_01 | The interface acknowledges and responds to user emotions, either through design, content, or interactive elements | 3.0 | Major | high | img-1, img-2, img-3, img-4 | Technical jargon barrier on Get Started tab: Plugin Zip, MCP/extension, Claude Cowork, MCPB assume Claude ecosystem knowledge. FAQ tab defines these terms but is one click away from the download decision. Non-technical practitioners encounter jargon before finding help. | |
| h12_d_02 | The design ensures users feel safe and secure, minimizing anxiety-inducing elements | 1.0 | Issue | high | img-2, img-3 | Tone is neutral and professional. Subtle exclusion through assumed knowledge rather than overt language. | |
| h12_d_03 | The content and design elements respect and reflect a wide range of cultural norms and values | 2.0 | Issue | high | img-1, img-2 | No visible I am new to all of this path. First-time visitors unfamiliar with MCP/Claude/plugins have no simplified entry path. Pick Your Path helps but still assumes some familiarity. | |
| h12_d_04 | Information is presented in a way that shows understanding and consideration for the user's emotional state | 1.0 | Issue | medium | img-1 | Static GitHub Pages site is fast to load. Mobile layout not evaluated in this audit scope. | |
| h12_d_05 | Design and content are accessible to users with various physical and cognitive abilities, promoting inclusivity | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-1, img-2, img-3 | No exclusionary patterns or stereotypes observed. Design is neutral and professional. | |
| h12_d_06 | Features and functionalities empower users, giving them control and choice in their interactions | 3.0 | Major | high | img-1, img-2, img-4 | What is an MCP? is a separate URL not linked from main navigation of tool product pages. A confused user on Critical Compass or UXHC page has no visible path to understanding the ecosystem. Footer link on home page is insufficient prominence. |
Customer Journey and Satisfaction (h13) - 6 checklist items
| Item | Checklist text | Score | Status | Confidence | Severity basis | Evidence | Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| h13_d_01 | The interface reflects the brand's values and aesthetics consistently across all elements | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-1, img-2, img-3, img-4 | Page structure maps to journey stages: Home (discover) to Product page (learn/download) to Your First Prompt (activate). Journey is coherent. | |
| h13_d_02 | Navigation and workflows are intuitive, creating a seamless experience from start to finish | 1.0 | Issue | medium | img-2, img-3 | What happens after downloading is not previewed. Users do not know if they will need to configure, register, or run commands. | |
| h13_d_03 | The system offers personalized options or content based on user data and preferences | 1.0 | Issue | medium | img-2, img-3, img-4 | Back to Compass Suite and How to install links provide reasonable handoffs. The gap between downloading a file and using the tool in Claude is not fully bridged inline. | |
| h13_d_04 | Easy access to support and a straightforward method for users to provide feedback | 2.0 | Issue | medium | img-2, img-3 | No visible post-install confirmation or you are set up state. Users do not know when they have successfully completed setup. | |
| h13_d_05 | Features or elements make the user feel valued and rewarded for their engagement | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-1, img-2 | GitHub Pages design aligns with OSS tool expectations. | |
| h13_d_06 | Clear communication about data usage, privacy policies, and other aspects that build user trust | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-2, img-3, img-4 | Your First Prompt section is genuinely motivating and sets users up for early success. Strong journey close for the download page. |
UX Writing / Content and Tone (h14) - 7 checklist items
| Item | Checklist text | Score | Status | Confidence | Severity basis | Evidence | Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| h14_d_01 | Follows the current product's established style guide and brand voice | 2.0 | Issue | high | img-1, img-2 | Download + Learn combines two distinct actions in one button label which is non-standard and unclear. Learn More is generic. Inconsistent CTA writing quality. | |
| h14_d_02 | Content is clear | 0.0 | Passed | high | img-2, img-3, img-4 | Headings are descriptive and scannable: What is Critical Compass?, Pick Your Path, Your First Prompt. | |
| h14_d_03 | Content avoids jargon and uses simple, everyday language | 1.0 | Issue | high | img-2, img-3 | Instructions explain outcomes but require prior platform knowledge. | |
| h14_d_04 | All UI labels use simple and concise words | 1.0 | Issue | medium | img-1, img-2, img-3, img-4 | Tone is professional and technical. Slightly cool for general public entry points. | |
| h14_d_05 | Calls to action are specific, use active language, and are clearly organized by importance | 1.0 | Issue | low | No error messages visible. | ||
| h14_d_06 | No paragraphs more than three lines | 2.0 | Issue | high | img-1 | Downloads Coming Later and Locked Until Privacy Scrub explain the state but do not suggest alternatives or offer a notification option. Users wanting locked tools have no clear next step. | |
| h14_d_07 | The content above the fold, including headings, subheadings, and copy, makes each page's purpose clear and obvious | 1.0 | Issue | medium | img-2, img-3, img-4 | Some helpful inline hints (Best for Claude Desktop) but minimal microcopy overall. No tooltips visible. |
Evidence Appendix
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