Timed events can be altered

There should be options to adjust any timed events so the user can work at their own speed. There may be issues with this test in relation to games and some assessments and this must be taken into account where the user is unable to work quickly. (CEUD 2.2, IBM 4.5, VPAT section 1194.21 (l)).

Testing Techniques

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Method

Manual check to evaluate where timed responses are required and their impact on all users. Try the response extending the time to reply and check how the software reacts. If options are offered this is good but if the screen changes with chance to request more time this is unhelpful. There should be various notifications as actions occur.

Criteria for this Test

Poor No option to change times, no notification on time out.
Fair No option to change time but notification given to prevent user failure.
Good Option to change times but poor notification.
Excellent Ability to change timed responses with clear notification or not applicable.

Results for this Test

Score Product
ExcellentAccess Menu
ExcellentAdobe Acrobat Professional
ExcellentAdobe Photoshop
ExcellentCamtasia Studio Software
ExcellentEndNote
ExcellentGoogle Earth
ExcellentKMplayer
ExcellentMicrosoft Calculator
ExcellentMicrosoft Office Outlook
ExcellentMicrosoft Office Word
ExcellentNero StartSmart
ExcellentPaint.NET
ExcellentWindows Live Messenger
ExcellentWindows Movie Maker
ExcellentyEd - Graph Editor
PoorAdobe Reader