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What is Testpad?
Testpad is a test plan tool that aims to streamline manual testing processes. According to the vendor, it offers a practical and efficient way to manage test cases by combining the simplicity of checklists with the power of spreadsheets. Testpad is suitable for teams of all sizes, from small startups...
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What is Testpad?
Testpad is a test plan tool that aims to streamline manual testing processes. According to the vendor, it offers a practical and efficient way to manage test cases by combining the simplicity of checklists with the power of spreadsheets. Testpad is suitable for teams of all sizes, from small startups to large enterprises. It is commonly used by quality assurance professionals, software developers, engineering managers, QA engineers, and testers in industries such as technology, software development, IT services, e-commerce, and finance.
Key Features
Keyboard-driven interface: Testpad's keyboard-driven interface allows users to quickly generate test ideas. According to the vendor, users can write tests upfront, import user stories, or add new tests during test runs. The keyboard-driven interface is designed to enhance efficiency and productivity by enabling users to focus on writing tests.
Supports different testing approaches: Testpad supports various testing approaches, including exploratory, adhoc, regression, and BDD (Behavior-Driven Development). Users can create free-form checklists with syntax highlighting to adapt to their preferred testing style. This flexibility allows users to tailor their testing process to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
Adapts to (and evolves with) your process: Testpad is a test case management tool that can adapt to the user's preferred testing process. Users can create free-form checklists or mindmap-style structured outlines based on their preference. This adaptability allows users to customize the tool to fit their specific needs and testing approach.
Invite guest testers by email: Testpad enables users to delegate testing tasks to co-workers or invite guest testers by email. According to the vendor, this feature is particularly useful for adhoc outsourcing or insourcing without requiring additional licenses. Testpad's user-friendly interface is designed to make it easy for anyone to contribute to testing efforts, regardless of their role or expertise.
Mobile and Tablet Friendly: Testpad is optimized for mobile and tablet devices, allowing users to perform tests on their preferred devices and free up their main screen. Users can conduct testing on their mobile devices while receiving prompts and notifications. The mobile-friendly feature eliminates the need for constant app switching and enhances the overall testing experience.
Adaptable Templates: Testpad allows users to create their own templates, saving common patterns for future use. Users can build release test plans block by block using drag and drop functionality. This feature is designed to facilitate the quick and efficient creation of test plans, reducing manual effort and ensuring consistency in testing.
Secure Communication and Hosting: Testpad ensures secure communication by utilizing SSL-encrypted HTTPS connections for all browser communication. The tool is hosted on the Amazon Web Services cloud platform, providing secure and reliable hosting. Testpad's databases are replicated three-ways with hourly backups, ensuring the safety and integrity of user data.
Upload screenshots and images: Testpad allows users to attach images, screenshots, and other files to their test cases. This feature facilitates visual reference and evidence for test cases, simplifying the communication and documentation of issues. Users can easily add supporting materials to test cases by dragging and dropping or copying and pasting files directly into Testpad.
Drag'n'drop organization: Testpad offers a drag'n'drop organization feature, enabling users to group checklists into folders and easily organize their test plans. Users can effortlessly move and rearrange checklists using simple drag and drop actions, ensuring the structure and accessibility of their test plans. This feature promotes efficiency and collaboration by keeping test plans organized.
Testpad Technical Details
Deployment Types | Software as a Service (SaaS), Cloud, or Web-Based |
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Operating Systems | Web-Based |