Testing websites
A number of tests should be carried out on the website to ensure it meets the functional requirements. These include:
Input valdidation
- Ensure that any data entered into a form can be accepted and then if incorrect data is entered, it is accepted with the correct validation.
Links and navigation
- Test all navigational bar links take you to the correct pages.
- Test all external links work properly (external links can change address without your knowledge)
- Ensure that all internal links are correct.
- Ensure that all pages have a direct link back to the home page.
- Test to check for any pages that are not linked to any other pages.
Media content
- Ensure that all text, graphics and video are displayed and in the correct position in the design.