Write Manual Test Cases

Create step-by-step manual tests with expected results.

• Ideal for exploratory or non-automatable scenarios

• Simple and structured format

• Useful for QA validation flows

Manual test cases define step-by-step actions and expected results that a tester performs instead of an automated test.

They are useful when:

• The test cannot be automated

• Exploratory testing is required

• Human validation is needed

When to Use Manual Tests

Use manual test cases when:

• The scenario involves visual validation

• The flow is too complex or dynamic to automate

• The test is temporary or one-time

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How to Create a Manual Test Case

Option 1 - From Test Case Library

• Go to Test Case Library

• Right-click any node (Project, Suite, Section, or Subsection)

• Click Add Manual Test Case

• Open the new test case when prompted

• Write the preconditions and steps in the table, and add a reference if needed

• Click Save

Option 2 - From Editor (Mini Library)

• Open the TestFirst Editor

• Open Library from the left-side navigation bar

• Right-click any node or use the More actions button

• Click Add Manual Test Case

• Enter the test case name

• Open the new test case

• Write the preconditions and steps in the table, and add a reference if needed

• Click Save

Option 3 - Write First, Then Save as Manual

1. Open the TestFirst Editor

2. Record steps or write the test case in Gherkin

3. Set the test type to Manual

4. Click Convert to manual in the confirmation

5. Click Save

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Writing Manual Test Steps

Manual test cases are written in a structured table format.

• Action → What the tester should do

• Expected Result → What should happen

Example

Action	Expected Result
Open the login page	The login page is displayed
Enter valid username and password	The input is accepted
Click "Sign In"	The user is redirected to the dashboard

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Completing the Manual Test Case

After writing your steps:

1. Review the test case

2. Change the Status Ready for Testing

3. Click Save

Saving is required after updating the status.

Tips for Writing Manual Test Cases

• Keep steps clear and simple

• Make expected results verifiable

• Avoid combining multiple actions in one step

• Use consistent wording across tests