Testing Icons In and Out of Context

Summary: Test icons out-of-context to assess recognizability early on, and in-context to evaluate clarity and usability later—both are key to effective icon design.

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Kate Kaplan specializes in applying human-centered design and research practices to enterprise UX challenges. With over 15 years in UX, Kate has extensive experience in both conducting research and helping teams understand and apply user insights to overall business strategy.

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