Manual testing is a software testing process in which test cases are executed manually without using any automated tool. All test cases executed by the tester manually according to the end user's perspective. It ensures whether the application is working, as mentioned in the requirement document or not. Test cases are planned and implemented to complete almost 100 percent of the software application. Test case reports are also generated manually.
Manual Testing is one of the most fundamental testing processes as it can find both visible and hidden defects of the software. The difference between expected output and output, given by the software, is defined as a defect. The developer fixed the defects and handed it to the tester for retesting.
Manual testing is mandatory for every newly developed software before automated testing. This testing requires great efforts and time, but it gives the surety of bug-free software. Manual Testing requires knowledge of manual testing techniques but not of any automated testing tool.
Manual testing is a testing process that is carried out manually in order to find defects without the usage of tools or automation scripting.
A test plan document is prepared that acts as a guide to the testing process in order to have the complete test coverage.
Following are the testing techniques that are performed manually during the test life cycle:
» Acceptance Testing
» White Box Testing
» Black Box Testing
» Unit Testing
» System Testing
» Integration Testing