Kullanrken

Kullanrken is a coined term used in UX research and linguistics to denote the moment when a user engages with a device or software during an ongoing task. It functions as a label for in-use events, such as clicks, swipes, or text input that occur while a workflow is active. The term is not standard in established glossaries but has appeared in discussions of data logging and interaction timing as a neologism that mirrors Turkish morphology.

Etymology: The name plays on Turkish language forms. It evokes kullanırken, the Turkish verb meaning "while using" or "during use," combining kullan- (to use) with a participial ending. The capitalized form Kullanrken is used as a technical label rather than a grammatical form in Turkish.

Usage: In practice, Kullanrken data comes from real-time interaction logs, session recordings, or annotative coding schemes. Researchers compare Kullanrken events across interfaces to identify latency, context switches, or moments of user hesitation. In design, recognizing Kullanrken moments can inform interface improvements, such as reducing cognitive load during critical tasks.

Notes: Because it is a coined term, developers and researchers will define its scope within a study or project. It should be clearly defined when used in publications to avoid ambiguity with standard Turkish usage.

See also: human–computer interaction timing, event logging, context-aware interfaces.