While readability scores evaluate text complexity by word and sentence length, they don’t ensure users understand the content. For instance, the term "equity account" may score well on readability but might be unclear for users unfamiliar with financial terms, especially in contexts like cryptocurrency trading.

Cloze testing assesses whether users can grasp the intended message and take correct actions based on the text. This is essential for UX microcopy, as it confirms comprehension — a key aspect of content usability. In cloze testing, blanks replace words, and users fill them in. The copy is likely comprehensible if 60% or more answers are correct.^[1]