critique

Evaluate UX designs with Nielsen's 10 heuristics and persona-based testing.

1|1|Updated Feb 6, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/joncoronel/skillstack --skill critique-joncoronel
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: critique
Source: https://github.com/joncoronel/skillstack/tree/main/.agents/skills/critique
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/joncoronel/skillstack --skill critique-joncoronel

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Provides a structured UX critique framework that translates subjective feedback into repeatable, score-driven evaluations with measurable outcomes to reduce ambiguity and rework.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Heuristic scoring: apply Nielsen's 10 usability heuristics with a 0–4 scale to quantify design quality.
  • Persona-based testing: simulate primary user archetypes to surface red flags and context-specific issues.
  • Actionable feedback: deliver prioritized fixes with rationale, impact estimates, and concrete design suggestions.
  • Artifact versatility: evaluate pages, components, or flows provided by the user to guide redesigns.

Quick Start

Provide the design artifact (page, component, or flow) and receive a structured critique with concrete recommendations.

Frequently Asked Questions about critique

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I evaluate UX designs using Nielsen's heuristics?▼

To evaluate UX designs using Nielsen's heuristics, apply a structured framework that scores all 10 usability heuristics on a 0–4 scale against your design artifacts, surfacing quantifiable quality indicators and prioritized fixes.

What is the best way to turn subjective design feedback into actionable recommendations?▼

Turning subjective design feedback into actionable recommendations requires a score-driven critique framework that combines heuristic analysis with cognitive-load assessment, translating qualitative opinions into prioritized, concrete design actions.

Can I run persona-based testing on individual UI components and user flows?▼

Yes, you can run persona-based testing on individual UI components and user flows by simulating primary user archetypes to identify context-specific red flags and measure usability issues across various design artifacts.

How do I quantify cognitive load in a usability critique?▼

To quantify cognitive load in a usability critique, assess design artifacts using a score-driven framework that combines heuristic analysis with cognitive-load evaluation, returning measurable quality indicators mapped to concrete design actions.

Does structured UX critique work for both full pages and isolated components?▼

Yes, structured UX critique works for both full pages and isolated components, evaluating any provided design artifact or flow to deliver heuristic scores, persona-driven red flags, and prioritized fixes.