Commonly used in
software development, it is a method used for testing and evaluating
interfaces. While viewing the prototype(s), users attempt to complete tasks and provide feedback and thoughts on their interaction with paper versions of different screens,
menus, and
GUIs. Paper
prototyping allows project development teams to cost-efficiently conduct usability tests with real users before the
application is coded. The paper prototype can be hand drawn or created by using a graphics program. It is a visual representation of what the design will look like.