Test Category Key Questions Example: Software Example: Physical
Object
1. Functional Does it work as Does a form submit the Does the pen write
Testing intended? correct data? smoothly on paper?
2. UI/UX Is it user-friendly, Are buttons labeled and Is the pen comfortable
Testing accessible, and clear? positioned correctly? to hold and use for
long periods?
3. Integration Do all Does frontend trigger Does the pen's click
Testing components/modules correct API requests? mechanism work
work together properly? smoothly?
4. Performance How does it perform How long does it take Does the pen still write
Testing under load or over to load a dashboard after 100 pages?
time? with 1000 items?
5. Does it work across Cross-browser, Writes on various
Compatibility different mobile/desktop papers, at cold and
Testing platforms/environments compatibility warm temperatures?
?
6. How does it behave in Entering very long Writing upside down,
Edge/Boundar extreme or invalid inputs or invalid formats pressing too hard
y Testing conditions?
7. Error Does it handle errors Clear error message on Ink indicator if the pen
Handling gracefully and inform failed login is out of ink (if smart
the user? pen)
8. Security & Is it safe to use or Is user data encrypted No sharp parts,
Safety protected from and protected? non-toxic materials
unauthorized access?
9. Is it visually correct, Font, color contrast, Brand logo visible,
Visual/Design clear, and branded alignment consistent
Testing properly? colors/design
10. Can it be used by Keyboard navigation, Grip for those with
Accessibility people with disabilities screen reader support limited dexterity
Testing or special needs?
11. Are manuals, tooltips, Helpful tooltips and Easy-to-follow
Documentatio or guides accurate and user docs instruction manual
n Testing helpful?
12. Is it correctly adapted Proper translations, Labeling in different
Localization for other date/currency formats languages
Testing languages/regions?