What is a click test?

Have you heard of click tests? They are a unique form of testing that requires a computer, mouse and a stopwatch (or any other device that can measure time). Click tests measure a person's reaction time as they attempt to perform a specific task.

A click test involves two components: the target, and the cursor. The target is an object on the computer monitor, while the cursor is operated by a mouse that registers movement. When performing a click test, the user will be instructed to click on the target with their mouse as quickly and accurately as possible. As soon as they click on the target, their reaction time is measured in milliseconds (a thousandth of a second).

Click tests can be used for many different types of online tasks. For example, websites often use them to measure how quickly users can find information or complete checkout processes. Other applications include testing video game reflexes or evaluating performance during stressful deadlines. Generally speaking, anything that requires quick thinking paired with accurate results can benefit from this type of evaluative testing.

You don't need to be an IT expert to set up your own click test either. Several free websites offer ready-made templates to get started - all you have to do is customize it according to your needs. You can adjust features such as speed thresholds, accuracy levels and target objects depending on your requirements. Web applications can even record scores so you can track progress over time!