Test Case Testing
Test Case Based Testing – Basic Guide
What is Test Case Testing?
Test case testing means executing pre-created test cases that describe exactly what to test, how to test it, and what results are expected. This method helps ensure repeatability, traceability, and coverage. It is often used in formal test cycles like regression, system, or acceptance testing.
How to Prepare?
Review the assigned test cases in your test management tool or document. Understand the test objective, preconditions, and expected results. Make sure the test environment is ready and matches the configuration described in the test cases.
How to Execute?
Follow each test step exactly. Compare the actual result to the expected result. If they match, mark the test as Passed. If not, log a defect with all relevant details (steps, result, environment, attachments). Do not skip steps or combine multiple tests unless approved by the lead.
When to Use Test Case Testing?
- For structured and repeatable testing (e.g. regression, system tests)
- When documentation and coverage are important
- When results need to be tracked or reported clearly
- When multiple testers need to test the same functionality consistently
Examples:
- A test case describes how to log in with valid credentials — you follow it and confirm the expected page loads.
- A test case checks price calculation logic — you verify it with defined input and compare to expected output.