Avg. Rapid Clicks measures quick successive clicks per session—a potential indicator of user frustration with unresponsive or confusing elements.
Avg. Rapid Clicks = Total Rapid Click Events ÷ Session Count
| Metric | Definition |
|---|
| Total Rapid Click Events | Count of clicks occurring in rapid succession (< 500ms apart) |
| Session Count | Total number of sessions |
| Metadata | |
|---|
| Type | Number |
| Data Source | Upstack Pixel |
| Aggregation | Average |
Example
Sessions averaged 2.3 rapid clicks per visit, with checkout showing elevated frustration.
| Page Type | Sessions | Avg. Rapid Clicks |
|---|
| Checkout | 2,000 | 4.8 |
| Product Pages | 5,000 | 2.1 |
| Collection Pages | 3,000 | 1.5 |
| Homepage | 2,000 | 1.2 |
How It Works
The Upstack Pixel detects when visitors click rapidly in the same area, typically indicating they expected a response but didn’t get one. This often points to slow-loading elements, broken buttons, or confusing UI.
When to Use
| Scenario | Action |
|---|
| High rapid clicks on buttons | Check for JavaScript errors or slow responses |
| Checkout frustration | Review form validation and button states |
| Mobile vs. desktop comparison | Identify tap-ability issues |
| Page performance issues | Correlate with load times |
| Metric | Relationship |
|---|
| Avg. Clicks | Normal click behavior |
| Avg. Interactions | Total interaction events |
| Bounce Rate | Frustration may cause bounces |
