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Analytics / Clickstream

Understanding what users actually do in the product at scale. Real behavior, not reported behavior. Great for identifying where to look with qualitative methods.

Use When
Quantitative
Time Needed
Ongoing by nature; a focused analysis typically takes a few days to a week once instrumentation is in place.
Type
behavioral, passive
Category
Quantitative
Quantitative · Use when you need scale, confidence, or measurement.
Analytics / Clickstream
behavioral, passive
When to Use It

Where this fits in the process.

Any phase, to see what users actually do at scale and identify where to look with qualitative methods.

Time Investment

How long it takes.

Ongoing by nature; a focused analysis typically takes a few days to a week once instrumentation is in place.

What You'll Need

Before you start.

Existing analytics instrumentation, access to the data, and a clear question about what you're trying to see.

What It's Good For

The kinds of answers you get.

Understanding what users actually do in the product at scale. Real behavior, not reported behavior. Great for identifying where to look with qualitative methods.

Watch Out For

Where it falls short.

Tells you what, never why. Requires careful interpretation. Cannot explain intent or surface what users tried to do but couldn't.

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