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. 2016 May 21;4:113–119. doi: 10.1016/j.invent.2016.05.003

Table 3.

Usability problems and solutions.

Problems in phase 1 Solutions in phase 1
Some participants had difficulty learning computer mouse skills while using the first module More intensive coaching was provided with practice on the first session pages
Function of some buttons was not clear - participants did not know what to do Function of the buttons was explained with text in button
Participants had difficulty navigating the online support group, finding posts, making new posts Changed the order of posts; adjusted spacing, font and bolding to clarify posts
Pages with two areas of content or function were confusing to users Reduced per page content and function to contain single concept or function
Participants did not understand some phrases and words Changed text and labels to be more concrete and explicit



Problems in phase 2 Solutions in phase 2
Difficulty following steps to log on Coached to use laminated card with step by step instructions
Double clicking required to log onto Internet Changed icon functionality to single click
Automated Microsoft updates interfered with use Turned automation off