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. 2021 Nov 3;5(11):e31649. doi: 10.2196/31649

Table 4.

Identified problems of the usability test, and short- or long-term solutions.

Problem Short-term solution (by the project) Long-term optimization (by the developers)
Usability problems


Language User training; provide a document with translations and explanations; check and adjust existing REDCap language file Simplified language selection; complete translation, including system messages and synchronization report

Feedback User training; provide a test system User expertise-based help

Perceived offer character User training; provide a test system Optimization of user interface

Inconsistent interaction design User training; provide a test system Enable input by typing or hide input field; provide keyboard type based on the field type (eg, numeric keyboard)

Navigation User training; create a short paper-based how-to guide Simplification of navigation (eg, log out)

Knowledge error User training; provide filling out instructions directly in the questionnaire User expertise-based help
Functionality problems


Data synchronization User training; include a note at the end of the questionnaire to regularly synchronize the records Sending notifications on the device in case of nonsynchronized records

Follow-up interview User training; create a short paper-based how-to guide for follow-up interviews Optimized visit overview