We thought we knew our users. Then we watched.

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Watching users interact with your product can reveal surprising insights and challenge assumptions, leading to better design decisions

intermediate Published 17 Apr 2026
Action Steps
  1. Conduct user research by observing how users interact with your product
  2. Take notes on user behavior and identify patterns or areas of confusion
  3. Analyze the data collected and identify key insights that challenge assumptions
  4. Apply these insights to inform design decisions and improve the user experience
  5. Continuously test and iterate on the design to ensure it meets user needs
Who Needs to Know This

UX designers, product managers, and developers can benefit from observing user behavior to inform design and product development

Key Insight

💡 Assumptions about user behavior can be wrong, and observing users can reveal valuable insights

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