UX Glossary

Regenerative Design is an approach to design that focuses on creating systems that restore and renew their own resources, promoting ecological health and sustainability.

In content strategy, 'related' refers to items, topics, or pieces of content that share a connection or relevance to a primary subject, enhancing user navigation and engagement.

Related Products are suggestions or recommendations displayed on e-commerce platforms that are often similar or complementary to the product a user is currently viewing.

Reliability in UX refers to the consistency and dependability of a system or product, ensuring that it performs as expected under various conditions.

Remote testing involves usability testing conducted online, where users complete tasks using a software interface. It captures their interactions and can include both unmoderated and moderated sessions with participants and facilitators in different...

Remote User Testing is a method of usability testing conducted with participants in different locations, typically using online tools to gather feedback on a product or service.

Remote viewing allows stakeholders from a client organization to observe and listen to usability testing sessions conducted in a lab setting, enabling them to gather insights and feedback remotely via an internet connection.

A required field is an input field in a form that must be filled out by the user before the form can be submitted.

Requirements gathering is the process of collecting and defining the needs and expectations of users and stakeholders. It is used early in the design and development phases to ensure that the final product meets user requirements effectively.

Research Operations refers to the management and improvement of research processes within UX and product teams. It ensures efficient planning, execution, and analysis of research activities, facilitating better insights and informed design decisions.

Research Ops refers to the systematic approach to managing and optimizing user research processes within an organization, enhancing efficiency and impact.

A Research Plan is a document outlining the objectives, methods, and target audience for a UX research project. It guides researchers in collecting data to understand user needs and inform design decisions.

ResearchOps refers to the systems, tools, and processes that facilitate efficient user research. It is used in UX and product development to streamline research activities, ensuring consistency and scalability in gathering user insights.

Responsive Design is a web development approach that adjusts the layout and content of a page based on the visitor's screen size and orientation. It ensures optimal viewing experiences across various devices, enhancing usability and accessibility.

Responsive vs. Adaptive Design refers to two approaches for creating layouts. Responsive design fluidly scales content to fit various screen sizes, while adaptive design uses fixed layouts tailored for specific screen dimensions. Both aim to enhance...

Retention refers to the ability of a product or service to keep users engaged over time, often measured as a percentage of users who return after their initial interaction.

Retention marketing focuses on engaging existing customers to encourage repeat business. It is used in UX and product work to enhance customer satisfaction, foster loyalty, and reduce churn through targeted strategies and personalized experiences.

Retention Rate is a metric that measures the percentage of users who continue to engage with a product or service over a specific period.

Retrospective Think Aloud is a qualitative research method where participants verbalize their thoughts about a task after its completion, providing insights into their decision-making process.

In e-commerce, a 'Return' refers to the process of customers sending back purchased items to the seller for a refund, exchange, or store credit.

Return on Investment (ROI) measures the profitability of an investment relative to its cost, often expressed as a percentage.

In content strategy, a 'Review' refers to the process of evaluating and assessing content for quality, relevance, and effectiveness in meeting user needs and business goals.

Revolutionary Design refers to innovative design approaches that significantly transform user experiences, often through disruptive technologies or novel concepts.

ROI, or Return on Investment, measures the profitability of an investment relative to its cost, commonly used to evaluate the financial performance of UX initiatives.