Streamlining Manual Testing with Testcase Studio

Sep 2, 2024

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Lecture Notes: Testcase Studio from Selector Hub

Introduction

  • Topic: Testcase Studio Tool
  • Speaker: Introduction by Sanjay
  • Purpose: Simplifies manual testing by recording actions in plain English and screenshots.

Overview of Manual Testing Process

  • Understand requirements and functionality.
  • Write and get approval for test scenarios and test cases.
  • Execute test cases upon receiving the build from developers.
  • Report bugs with detailed information including steps, screenshots, logs, and environment details.

Testcase Studio Features

  • Recording User Actions
    • Records actions in plain English.
    • Captures screenshots highlighting specific actions.
  • Bug Reporting
    • Provides detailed steps and screenshots to the developer.
  • Exploratory Testing
    • Record steps and make them into test cases.

Versions and Installation

  • Versions: Free and Pro versions available.
  • Installation Steps:
    • Available on Selector Hub website.
    • Supports various browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, etc.).
    • Install via Chrome Web Store.

Using Testcase Studio

  • Activation: Pin the extension in the browser to start usage.
  • Recording Actions: Opens in recorded mode automatically.
  • Output: Generates Excel files with steps and screenshots zip file.

Features Explored

  • Data Captured: URL, username, password, screenshots, XPath, CSS selectors.
  • Download Options: Excel file with all steps and zip with screenshots.
  • Customization:
    • Add/remove steps.
    • Customize columns in the output.

Advanced Features in Pro Version

  • Additional Formats: Supports multiple download formats.
  • Screen Recording: Complete session recording.
  • Themes: Light and dark themes available.

Usage Recommendations

  • Manual Testers: Significant reduction in time and effort.
  • Pro Version for Teams: More advanced features suitable for team use.
  • Free Version: Sufficient for basic needs and exploratory testing.

Conclusion

  • Benefits: Efficient bug reporting, exploratory testing management, and time-saving.
  • Recommendation: Use Testcase Studio to streamline manual testing processes.

Final Thoughts

  • Encouraged to use Testcase Studio for manual testing to improve efficiency.
  • Availability of both free and advanced pro versions suits different needs.

Note: This summary captures key points discussed in the presentation, useful for understanding the utility and application of Testcase Studio in manual testing.

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