Tuesday, July 1, 2025

Top 10 Manual Testing Scenarios Every Fresher Should Know

1️⃣ Login Functionality

Why it matters: Login pages are everywhere. Testing this helps ensure only valid users gain access.

  • Valid login with correct credentials
  • Log in with incorrect email/password
  • Blank email and password fields
  • Password masked while typing
  • “Remember Me” checkbox works properly

2️⃣ Registration Page

Why it matters: Sign-up forms are critical for user onboarding. Errors here could stop users from joining.

  • All mandatory fields checked
  • Email format validation
  • Password and Confirm Password match
  • Error message on existing email
  • Terms and conditions checkbox behaviour

3️⃣ Search Functionality

Why it matters: Good search features improve user experience and data discovery.

  • Search with a valid keyword returns results
  • Search with no keyword shows a message
  • Special characters handled correctly
  • Auto-suggestions work (if enabled)

4️⃣ Form Validation

Why it matters: Ensures data is captured correctly and safely before submission.

  • Mandatory fields cannot be skipped
  • Validations like email, phone number, etc.
  • Field limits and special character restrictions
  • Error messages are shown correctly

5️⃣ Add to Cart (e-Commerce)

Why it matters: For shopping applications, testing cart behaviour is critical.

  • Product added to cart successfully
  • Quantity updated correctly
  • Cart total updates automatically
  • Removing an item reflects immediately

6️⃣ Payment Gateway Testing

Why it matters: Payments are sensitive. Even minor issues can cost customers.

  • Valid credit/debit card payment success
  • Invalid card info shows proper error
  • Payment cancellation redirects properly
  • The transaction summary appears after success

7️⃣ Profile Management

Why it matters: Users expect to manage their profiles without bugs.

  • Edit profile data and save successfully
  • Blank or invalid data validation
  • Profile image upload works
  • Success and error messages display properly

8️⃣ File Upload and Download

Why it matters: A Common feature in resumes, reports, and certificates.

  • Upload supported file types only (e.g., .jpg, .pdf)
  • File size limit enforced
  • Download starts automatically or shows a preview
  • Security validation to prevent malicious uploads

9️⃣ Logout and Session Expiry

Why it matters: Essential for account security and user control.

  • The user should log out and be redirected to the login page
  • Session timeout after inactivity
  • Accessing the URL after logging out should show that the session has expired

๐Ÿ”Ÿ UI & Responsiveness Testing

Why it matters: First impression matters. The app must look and work great on all devices.

  • UI aligned properly (buttons, input fields, etc.)
  • Page loads correctly on different screen sizes
  • Mobile menu toggles work
  • No overlapping or cut text

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip:

Use a test case format to write these scenarios clearly. Include:

  • Test Case ID
  • Title
  • Steps
  • Test Data
  • Expected Result
  • Status (Pass/Fail)

๐Ÿ‘‹ Hi, I'm Suriya — QA Engineer with 4+ years of experience in manual, API & automation testing.

๐Ÿ“ฌ Contact Me | LinkedIn | GitHub

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How to Write Effective Test Cases – Real-time Examples Included

In this post, I’ll guide you step-by-step on how to write clear, reusable, and practical test cases, along with real-time examples and templates.


๐Ÿ“Œ What Is a Test Case?

A test case is a set of actions executed to verify a particular feature or functionality of your software application. Each test case includes test steps, expected results, inputs, and actual results.

๐ŸŽฏ Why Are Effective Test Cases Important?

  • ✅ Ensure coverage of all scenarios
  • ✅ Help developers understand the issue clearly
  • ✅ Speed up test execution and defect tracking
  • ✅ Make regression testing easier
  • ✅ Useful for training and future references

๐Ÿงฉ Components of a Good Test Case

Field Description
Test Case ID Unique identifier (e.g., TC_UI_001)
Test Case Title Short, meaningful description
Pre-Conditions Conditions that must be met before execution
Test Steps Clear steps to perform the test
Test Data Input data needed for the test
Expected Result What should happen after execution
Actual Result What actually happened
Status Pass / Fail / In Progress
Remarks Notes, screenshots, or references

๐Ÿ“˜ Real-Time Example: Login Functionality

Requirement: The User should be able to log in using a valid email and password. If credentials are invalid, show an error message.

✅ Test Case 1: Valid Login

  • Test Case ID: TC_LOGIN_001
  • Title: Login with valid credentials
  • Pre-Condition: User already has a registered account
  • Test Steps:
    1. Go to the Login page
    2. Enter a valid email
    3. Enter a valid password
    4. Click Login
  • Test Data: Email: user@example.com | Password: 123456
  • Expected Result: User should be redirected to the Dashboard
  • Actual Result: (To be filled after testing)
  • Status: Pass/Fail
  • Remarks: Screenshot attached if it failed

❌ Test Case 2: Invalid Password

  • Test Case ID: TC_LOGIN_002
  • Title: Login with invalid password
  • Pre-Condition: User already has a registered account
  • Test Steps:
    1. Go to the Login page
    2. Enter a valid email
    3. Enter the wrong password
    4. Click Login
  • Test Data: Email: user@example.com | Password: wrong123
  • Expected Result: Error message: "Invalid credentials"
  • Actual Result: (To be filled after testing)
  • Status: Pass/Fail

๐Ÿšซ Test Case 3: Blank Fields

  • Test Case ID: TC_LOGIN_003
  • Title: Login with blank email and password
  • Pre-Condition: None
  • Test Steps:
    1. Go to the Login page
    2. Leave email & password blank
    3. Click Login
  • Expected Result: Validation error messages displayed
  • Actual Result: (To be filled after testing)
  • Status: Pass/Fail

✅ Tips for Writing Better Test Cases

  • ✅ Keep test case steps simple and clear
  • ✅ Use consistent naming conventions
  • ✅ Focus on one functionality per test case
  • ✅ Include positive & negative test scenarios
  • ✅ Update your test cases regularly
  • ✅ Add screenshots or references if needed
  • ✅ Avoid repetition – use shared preconditions

๐Ÿงช Additional Scenarios to Cover (Same Login Module)

  • Log in with an unregistered email
  • Log in with SQL injection attempt
  • The login button is disabled without input
  • Login page responsiveness on mobile
  • Session timeout after login

๐Ÿ‘‹ Hi, I'm Suriya — QA Engineer with 4+ years of experience in manual, API & automation testing.

๐Ÿ“ฌ Contact Me | LinkedIn | GitHub

๐Ÿ“Œ Follow for: Real-Time Test Cases, Bug Reports, Selenium Frameworks.