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Heuristic evaluation

A heuristic evaluation is an evaluation method whereby a design is examined for instances in which certain heuristics or usability criteria are violated. It is similar to the cognitive walkthrough in that it is carried out by an expert but is less structured. (See also Heuristic).

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