Template • 2024
User Research Template
A comprehensive template for conducting and synthesizing user research insights effectively.
Overview
A battle-tested template system for planning, conducting, and synthesizing user research that actually drives product decisions.
The Problem
User research often produces mountains of data but few actionable insights. Teams struggle to plan effective research, capture findings consistently, and translate insights into decisions.
The Solution
This template provides structured formats for research planning, session guides, note-taking, synthesis, and insight reporting. It ensures consistency across research efforts and makes insights accessible to the entire team.
Key Features
- Research Plan Template - Define objectives and methods
- Interview Guide Builder - Create effective discussion guides
- Session Notes Framework - Capture consistent, structured notes
- Synthesis Worksheets - Transform data into insights
- Insight Report Format - Communicate findings effectively
Use Cases
User interviews and discovery research
Usability testing sessions
Customer feedback analysis
Competitive research synthesis
Cross-functional research collaboration
How to Use
Begin with the Research Plan to define your objectives. Use the Interview Guide Builder for session preparation. Capture notes using the Session Notes Framework, then synthesize findings with the provided worksheets. Present insights using the standardized report format.
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