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How to delete test execution in Jira?

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To delete a test execution in Jira (using a test management plugin such as Zephyr or Xray):

  1. Navigate to the Test Executions section in your Jira project.
  2. Locate the test execution you want to delete.
  3. Open the test execution and click the More Options (three dots) or Actions menu.
  4. Select Delete and confirm the action.

How to export test execution results from Jira?

To export test execution results from Jira (using a test management plugin such as Zephyr or Xray):

  1. Navigate to the Test Executions section in your Jira project.
  2. Open the specific test execution whose results you want to export.
  3. Look for the Export or Report option, often found in the toolbar or three-dot menu.
  4. Select the desired export format (e.g., Excel, CSV, or PDF).
  5. Save the exported file to your local system.

How to manage test cases in Jira?

To manage test cases in Jira, follow these steps using a test management plugin such as Xray or Zephyr:

  1. Create Test Cases: Use the ‘Test’ issue type to define test cases with fields like steps, expected results, and priority.
  2. Organize Test Cases: Categorize test cases into test sets, folders, or by associating them with requirements or stories for better structure.
  3. Link Test Cases: Establish traceability by linking test cases to related issues, such as user stories, tasks, or bugs.
  4. Plan Test Executions: Create test execution cycles to schedule and assign test cases for execution.
  5. Track Execution: Monitor the execution status (Pass/Fail/In Progress) and log results for test runs.
  6. Generate Reports: Use built-in reporting tools to analyze test coverage, execution progress, and defect trends.
  7. Reuse Test Cases: Clone or adapt existing test cases for similar scenarios to save time and effort.
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