käyttökynnys
Käyttökynnys is a Finnish term that translates to "usability threshold" or "barrier to entry" in English. It refers to the level of difficulty or complexity a user encounters when trying to use a product, service, or system for the first time or for a specific task. A high käyttökynnys means that the product is difficult to understand and operate, requiring significant effort, training, or prior knowledge from the user. Conversely, a low käyttökynnys implies that the product is intuitive, easy to learn, and accessible to a wide range of users with minimal instruction.
Factors contributing to a high käyttökynnys can include poor interface design, confusing navigation, lack of clear
The concept of käyttökynnys is crucial in product development and user experience design. Companies strive to