5 Second Test

Capture first impressions with UXArmy’s five second testing. Validate clarity, messaging, and visual hierarchy before investing in development.
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UXArmy unmoderated usability testing platform showing setup of a 5 Seconds Test with task instructions and image display in a tester app view.

What is 5 Second Test ?

A 5 Second Test shows your design to users for just five seconds, then they are asked what they recall, understand, or where they would click next. It’s a quick method to determine if your design effectively communicates, builds trust and captures attention.

Why teams use 5 Second Tests with UXArmy

Catch confusion early to identify unclear elements before they frustrate users.

Track attention patterns to see exactly where users look first.

Test message clarity to ensure your value proposition is instantly understood.

Validate visual hierarchy to confirm critical elements stand out.

Understand user behavior to learn why users notice or miss key details.

Access diverse markets to get insights from global user perspectives.

A team using the UXArmy platform to run five second testing, validating design variations and first-click features within a single test.

Key things to know

Conveniently integrated with unmoderated usability testing

Adjust the timing of exposure for each of the screens

Measure the time to first click to assess hesitation factor

Add follow-up survey questions to gather open feedback

Instruct testers to click on the element that attracts the
most attention

Ask participants for verbal feedback describing their sentiments about the interface

See Five Second Testing in Action

Validate your design clarity today in just 5 seconds