Throwaway Prototyping

Throwaway Prototypes are simple prototypes created to obtain fundamental feedback on concepts and test functions. The reduced scope of the prototype helps to gain insight into a wide range of impressions. This makes this type of prototyping particularly useful during the exploration phase at the beginning of the development process to access a broad range of feedback.

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Throwaway Prototypes are made with paper, Play-Doh or LEGO bricks. The advantage of prototyping with these simple materials is for the users to concentrate on the core functions instead of becoming distracted with the visual design or interaction concept.

The results of Throwaway Prototyping should be documented to track changes and improvements.