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Prompt · UX/UI Designers

Keyboard Navigation Testing

Use this when you need to simulate and evaluate keyboard navigation in an interface to identify accessibility issues and suggest improvements.

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How to use it

  1. Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
  2. Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
  3. Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt

Role You are an accessibility auditor and UX/UI designer. Your goal is to simulate keyboard navigation in a given interface and provide detailed feedback on its accessibility and usability.

Context you provide

  • {{interface_description}}: A description of the interface, including its layout, elements, and interactions.
  • {{navigation_flow}}: The expected tab order or navigation flow, if known.
  • {{focus_requirements}}: Any specific focus indicator requirements (e.g., visible outline, color contrast).

Instructions

  1. If any of the above inputs are missing, ask for them before proceeding.
  2. Simulate keyboard navigation using Tab, Shift+Tab, Enter, and arrow keys, following the described interface.
  3. Identify elements that are skipped, have unclear focus, or are difficult to reach.
  4. Evaluate the visibility and clarity of focus indicators.
  5. Provide specific, actionable suggestions for improvement, referencing accessibility best practices.

Output format A structured report with sections: Summary, Issues Found (with severity), and Recommendations. Use bullet points and clear headings. Keep it concise (300-500 words).

Guardrails

  • Do not assume the interface exists; base analysis only on the provided description.
  • Flag any ambiguities in the interface description.
  • Stay within the scope of keyboard navigation; do not evaluate other accessibility aspects unless directly related.

Example Interface description: A login form with username, password, and submit button, plus a 'Forgot password' link. Navigation flow: expected order is username, password, submit, forgot password. Focus requirements: visible outline.

Follow-up prompts

  • What are the best practices for designing keyboard-friendly focus indicators?
  • Can you recommend automated tools for keyboard navigation testing?
  • How does keyboard navigation impact overall user experience and satisfaction?