What is PLS by rage clicks
PLS by rage clicks shows how Perceived Load Speed (PLS) differs for sessions where users perform rage clicks compared to those without them.
A rage click happens when a user rapidly clicks multiple times on the same element in a short timeframe — usually out of frustration. This often means they expected something to load or respond, but it didn’t happen quickly enough.
This breakdown helps you see whether slow perceived speed (high PLS) is fueling rage-click behavior. If the page looks like it’s still loading or unresponsive, users may start clicking repeatedly.
PLS by rage clicks sample
Should you worry
In a healthy view, PLS values for rage click sessions are similar to those without them. Rage clicks may still occur, but they’re more likely caused by unclear design or missing visual feedback rather than perceived slowness.
A healthy setup typically shows:
PLS consistently fast across both groups.
Immediate visual indicators when clicks are made.
Rage clicks rare and unrelated to loading perception.
If PLS is quick, frustration comes from UX issues, not speed.
Unhealthy PLS by rage clicks
If rage click sessions consistently show slower PLS values, users may be clicking repeatedly because the site doesn’t look ready.
Common causes include:
Blank or half-rendered pages during perceived load.
Late-loading buttons that appear inactive at first.
Slow animations or spinners giving no clear progress feedback.
Heavy scripts or ads delaying visual readiness.
Here, poor PLS drives rage clicks by making the page feel stuck.
Resolving unhealthy PLS by rage clicks
Go-to action plan to resolve an unhealthy PLS by rage clicks:
Ask Uxi to analyze your PLS by rage clicks and suggest improvements.
Use Filters to compare rage click sessions by device, traffic source, or geography.
Simulate LCP of the suspected breakdown to see if fixing it will resolve the PLS by rage clicks. If yes, this is where the resolution focus should be.
Use an automated optimization tool like Navigation AI to improve your PLS by rage clicks.
Once you’ve improved PLS, set an alert to be the first to know if it starts worsening again.
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