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Test Run - Creation and Management

This guide outlines the steps required to create, configure, and manage test runs within TestMu AI's Test Manager. It provides developers and testers with a clear understanding of the process, enabling efficient test execution and organization.

1. Creating a Test Run

Step 1: Initiate a New Test Run

  • Navigate to the Test Manager and click on Create Test Run.
  • Enter a Test Run Name and an optional Description to define the purpose of the test run.
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Use descriptive names to easily identify test runs later.

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Step 2: Add Tags

  • Assign relevant Tags to categorize the test run.
  • Click Create Test Run to proceed.
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2. Adding and Configuring Test Cases

Step 3: Access the Test Cases Tab

  • Upon successful creation, you will be redirected to the Test Cases tab.
  • Here, you can add multiple test cases to the test run.
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Step 4: Assign Test Cases

  • Select the desired test cases from the list.
  • Assign Assignees to each test case.
  • Add test case configurations individually or in bulk.

Note: Configurations allow you to define environment settings, such as browser and device combinations.

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Step 5: Add Configurations

  • Choose multiple configurations from the dropdown or create new configurations as needed.
  • Apply configurations to the selected test cases.
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3. Saving and Managing Test Runs

Step 6: Finalize the Test Run

  • Click Save Test Run to finalize the setup.
  • View the created test run and its associated test instances in the dashboard.
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Step 7: Bulk Update Options

  • To update multiple test instances:
  • Select multiple test instances.
  • Use the Select Assignee and Select Status options to apply changes in bulk.
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Step 8: Individual Test Step Management

  • Within any test instance, individually update the status of each test step.
  • Add remarks or actual outcomes for manual test steps.
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4. Enhancing Test Runs with Test Evidences

Step 9: Adding Remarks and Attachments

  • Add Remarks or actual outcomes to enhance test instance execution details.
  • You can add remarks and attachments at both the individual test step level and the overall test instance level.
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  • Attach supporting files or screenshots to the remarks for better context.
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Step 10: Editing Test Runs

  • You can edit an existing test run to add new test cases or remove unnecessary ones. Click the edit icon to make changes.
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KaneAI test runs can only be edited if they have not been executed.

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5. Execute Test Runs on TestMu AI Cloud

Execute your manual test instances directly on TestMu AI Cloud — no local setup or environment configuration required. This allows your team to run manual tests on real browsers and devices hosted on the cloud, making it one of the most efficient ways to validate your test cases.

To execute a test run:

  1. Click the Play icon on any test instance to launch execution on TestMu AI Cloud.
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  1. During execution, update the status of individual test cases and test steps in real time as you verify each one.
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Why execute on the Cloud?

Running test instances on TestMu AI Cloud gives you access to a wide range of real browsers, devices, and OS combinations — without maintaining local infrastructure. It ensures consistent, reliable test execution across environments.

6. Test Run Options

You can manage your test runs using the options available in the three-dot menu on each test run. The following actions are available:

ActionDescription
EditModify the test run by adding or removing test cases.
DuplicateCreate a copy of the test run for re-execution or variation testing.
ArchiveMove completed test runs to the archive to keep your workspace clean and organized.
DeletePermanently remove a test run that is no longer needed.
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