
Wireframe Prototyping
Structure unmoderated prototype tests and pick between Figma, Framer, and Adobe XD before you commit to production UI.
Overview
Wireframe Prototyping is an agent skill most often used in Validate (also Build frontend planning) that produces prototype test plans and compares Figma, Framer, and Adobe XD for flow validation.
Install
npx skills add https://github.com/aj-geddes/useful-ai-prompts --skill wireframe-prototypingWhat is this skill?
- YAML unmoderated testing plan with 4 scripted tasks (register, project, invite, settings)
- Success criteria: 80%+ task completion, under 5 minutes per task, SUS score above 70
- 5-participant mix aligned to target persona and experience levels
- Feedback checklist across navigation, buttons, forms, hierarchy, and errors
- Python-style framework comparing Figma, Framer, and Adobe XD on fidelity, interactivity, collaboration, and cost
- 4 scripted user tasks in the default testing plan
- 5 representative test participants
- 80%+ task completion rate success criterion
Adoption & trust: 1k installs on skills.sh; 250 GitHub stars; 3/3 security scanners passed (skills.sh audits).
What problem does it solve?
You have a wireframe or prototype but no scripted user tests, clear pass/fail metrics, or grounded tool choice for your budget and collaboration needs.
Who is it for?
Solo builders validating primary SaaS or app flows with five remote users and a Figma-, Framer-, or XD-based prototype.
Skip if: Teams that already run moderated UX labs with dedicated researchers or builders who only need high-fidelity visual mocks without usability tasks.
When should I use this skill?
When you have or are building a wireframe or interactive prototype and need a structured remote test plan or tool comparison before implementation.
What do I get? / Deliverables
You leave with an unmoderated test plan, SUS-oriented success criteria, and a three-tool comparison you can run before locking UI implementation.
- Unmoderated prototype testing plan with tasks and success criteria
- Structured feedback and analysis outline (friction points, quotes, recommendations)
- Prototyping tool comparison matrix for fidelity, interactivity, collaboration, and cost
Recommended Skills
Journey fit
Spans multiple journey phases - primary shelf plus alternate fits below.
Wireframing and flow validation belong on the Validate shelf because solo builders use this skill to prove UX clarity before heavy Build work. Prototype is the canonical subphase: the skill centers on interactive prototype testing plans and tool selection, not live code or launch distribution.
Where it fits
Script four core tasks on a Figma prototype and gate the MVP on 80%+ completion before Build starts.
Drop or defer flows that fail the testing plan’s success criteria so scope matches what users can actually finish.
Apply the top three friction points and user quotes from analysis when restructuring navigation and form errors.
How it compares
Use instead of ad-hoc “send me the Figma link” feedback without tasks, timers, or completion-rate targets.
Common Questions / FAQ
Who is wireframe-prototyping for?
Solo and indie builders shipping web or mobile products who own UX validation themselves and need a lightweight, metrics-backed prototype test without a full research team.
When should I use wireframe-prototyping?
Use it in Validate when testing register-to-core-flow prototypes, in Validate scope when narrowing MVP flows that must pass usability gates, and in Build frontend when translating test findings into layout and error-handling fixes.
Is wireframe-prototyping safe to install?
Treat it like any third-party agent skill: review the Security Audits panel on this Prism page and inspect the skill package in your repo before granting filesystem or network permissions.
SKILL.md
READMESKILL.md - Wireframe Prototyping
# Prototype Testing ## Prototype Testing ```yaml Testing Plan: Objective: Validate primary user flows and UX clarity Test Method: Unmoderated remote testing Participants: - 5 representative users - Mix of experience levels - Similar to target persona Tasks: 1. Register a new account 2. Create your first project 3. Invite a team member 4. Edit project settings Success Criteria: - 80%+ task completion rate - Average time <5 min per task - SUS score >70 - No critical usability issues Feedback Areas: - Navigation clarity - Button placement - Form fields - Visual hierarchy - Error handling Analysis: - Top 3 friction points - User quotes - Design recommendations ``` # Prototyping Tools & Techniques ## Prototyping Tools & Techniques ```python # Create interactive prototypes class PrototypeFramework: TOOLS = { 'Figma': { 'fidelity': 'Medium-High', 'interactivity': 'Full', 'collaboration': 'Real-time', 'cost': 'Free-$30/month' }, 'Framer': { 'fidelity': 'High', 'interactivity': 'Advanced', 'collaboration': 'Limited', 'cost': '$12+/month' }, 'Adobe XD': { 'fidelity': 'High', 'interactivity': 'Full', 'collaboration': 'Good', 'cost': '$20/month' } } def create_prototype_flow(self): """Define user interaction flows""" return { 'screens': [ {'name': 'Login', 'interactions': ['Email input', 'Password input', 'Submit button']}, {'name': 'Dashboard', 'interactions': ['View projects', 'Create new', 'Search']}, {'name': 'Project Detail', 'interactions': ['View tasks', 'Edit project', 'Share']} ], 'flows': [ {'from': 'Login', 'to': 'Dashboard', 'trigger': 'Valid credentials'}, {'from': 'Dashboard', 'to': 'Project Detail', 'trigger': 'Click project'}, {'from': 'Project Detail', 'to': 'Dashboard', 'trigger': 'Back button'} ] } def define_interactions(self, screen): """Map user interactions""" return { 'screen': screen, 'interactions': [ { 'element': 'Submit button', 'trigger': 'Click', 'action': 'Validate form and submit' }, { 'element': 'Email field', 'trigger': 'Focus', 'action': 'Show placeholder, hint text' } ] } def test_prototype(self, prototype): """Gather feedback on prototype""" return { 'testing_method': 'Unmoderated user testing', 'participants': 5, 'duration': '30 minutes each', 'tasks': [ 'Complete user registration', 'Create first project', 'Invite team member' ], 'metrics': [ 'Task completion rate', 'Time to complete', 'Error rate', 'User satisfaction' ] } ``` # Wireframe Examples ## Wireframe Examples ```yaml Example: E-commerce Product Page Header: [Logo] [Search bar] [Cart] [Account] Hero Section: [Product image] [Price] [Add to cart] [Reviews: 4.5★] Product Details: Description | Specs | Size guide Product Images: [Main] [Thumb1] [Thumb2] [Thumb3] Related Products: [Product card] [Product card] [Product card] Footer: Contact | FAQ | Returns | Shipping info ``` --- name: wireframe-prototyping description: > Create wireframes and interactive prototypes to visualize user interfaces and gather feedback early. Use tools and techniques to communicate design ideas before development. --- # Wireframe Prototyping ## Table of Co