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Impact Analysis of Microinteractions on User Experience in User Interfaces

Authors:
Karol Łazaruk
Natalia Prażmo
Karolina Rybak
Mariusz Dzieńkowski
Piotr Tokarski
Małgorzata Plechawska-Wójcik

Keywords: microinteractions; user interface; user experience; usability; eye tracking; UEQ-S questionnaire

Abstract:
Microinteractions constitute a crucial element in enhancing the usability and overall user experience of digital interfaces. The objective of this study is to empirically investigate the impact of incorporating microinteractions into an e-commerce interface by comparing two versions: one with microinteractions and one without them. The experimental procedure employed eye-tracking technology in conjunction with the Short version of the User Experience Questionnaire (UEQ-S), which was extended with additional author-developed items. The results revealed a substantial improvement in usability, a higher intention to reuse the system, and approximately double the levels of excitement and enjoyment when interacting with the interface enriched with microinteractions. Notably, participants using the version without microinteractions reported a perceived need for these features more frequently, potentially indicating heightened frustration due to their absence. Although not all observed differences reached statistical significance, the overall findings support the conclusion that microinteractions have a positive influence on the quality of the user experience.

Pages: 61 to 68

Copyright: Copyright (c) IARIA, 2026

Publication date: May 24, 2026

Published in: conference

ISSN: 2308-4138

ISBN: 978-1-68558-383-5

Location: Venice, Italy

Dates: from May 24, 2026 to May 28, 2026