Abstract
A usability test was conducted for an operating manual developed for the BraidMagic braiding machine. The manual consisted of five sections including (1) Safeguards, (2) Parts and Specifications, (3) Operating Instructions, (4) Maintenance, (5) Warranty and Service. For each section of the manual, various performance and preference measures were applied and opinions regarding likes, dislikes, and suggestions were surveyed. Five cosmetology students participated in this usability study, consisting of seven test modules. The manual received a high evaluation for satisfaction (overall mean = 4.6; range = 4.3 to 4.9) as measured on a 5-point Likert scale throughout the seven modules. Based on the usability test, recommendations were made for better usability of the manual. This study indicated that usability testing is an effective tool to identify potential usability problems in a systematic manner.
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