Mobile App Testing in Jira
Manage test cases for iOS, Android, and cross-platform mobile applications
Mobile app testing requires testing across devices, OS versions, and screen sizes. Learn how to organize and track mobile testing in Jira with BesTest.
The Challenge
Mobile testing has unique complexity:
- •Multiple platforms (iOS, Android)
- •Device and OS version matrix
- •Different screen sizes and resolutions
- •Platform-specific behaviors
- •App store compliance requirements
How BesTest Helps
BesTest supports mobile testing workflows with platform-aware features.
Platform Tags
Tag tests by platform (iOS, Android, Both). Filter collections by platform.
Device Matrix
Document device/OS requirements in preconditions. Track which combinations are tested.
Cross-Platform Traceability
Link tests to requirements. See coverage per platform.
Screenshot Documentation
Attach screenshots to test results for visual verification.
Organized by Feature
Structure tests by feature across platforms or by platform with feature subfolders.
Key Benefits
How to Implement
Define Device Matrix
Document which devices and OS versions are supported. Create a test coverage matrix.
Create Platform-Tagged Tests
Write test cases and tag with platform (iOS, Android, Both). Document device-specific preconditions.
Organize Test Structure
Create folder structure: /Mobile/iOS, /Mobile/Android, /Mobile/CrossPlatform or organize by feature.
Execute Across Devices
Run test cycles on each device/OS combination. Log results with device information.
Track Platform Coverage
Use requirements coverage to ensure features are tested on all supported platforms.
Best Practices
- •Test on real devices, not just emulators, for final verification
- •Document OS version and device model in test results
- •Create separate tests for platform-specific features
- •Include installation and update testing in scope
- •Test on oldest and newest supported OS versions
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