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UI Audit Checklist

A clean review sequence for finding hierarchy issues, interaction friction, and inconsistency before shipping a screen.

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Hierarchy

01
  • Check that the first screen communicates the page purpose immediately.
  • Reduce competing accents that flatten importance.
  • Confirm spacing is carrying structure before borders are added.

Interaction

02
  • Test keyboard focus across every actionable element.
  • Make feedback states explicit for save, submit, and approve actions.
  • Validate mobile thumb reach for the page’s most important controls.

Polish

03
  • Audit empty states with the same care as populated views.
  • Look for inconsistent border radius and shadow treatment.
  • Remove text that explains what the layout already makes obvious.

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