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Search test data with akaAT Test Engine

Can't find the test information that you are looking for? This page will show you how to search for test information in akaAT Test Engine and any user can use this function.

How to start using?

First, click on Test Data from the left navigation area. Next, you need to specify the test data you want to search and select it in Data source drop-down on the search bar. So now, you can start taking the actions below.

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1. Advanced search (Search by QString)

The advanced search is the most powerful of the three search methods. You can specify criteria that cannot be defined in the other searches. However, you need to know how to construct structured queries using the QString to use this feature.

You can use the text search and field filters to quickly find an test data or set of test datas in your project. You can also use preset filters, like my open test items, or use preset and field filters together for a more specific search.

2.1. Search by filters

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  1. From your project's search bar, select a pre-set filter, set the field filters, or both.

    There will be some key fields (important fields) fixed on the search bar. The rest of the fields are in "More" picklist, so please click "More" to select other fields to filter

  2. Select a test item to view its details.

  3. Select Clear all filters image-20220921144009068 to clear your search criteria.

If you often apply the same search, you can save it as a filter to save you from having to manually redefine the search criteria every time.

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  1. Click Save filter icon at the top of the search results page.
  2. Enter a name for the filter and choose Save.

Your new saved filter appears in the left vertical tab.

Saved searches (also known as filters) are shown in the left vertical tab. To apply a filter:

  1. Hover the mouse over the tab to expand it.
  2. Click on the filter name, that you want to apply. Then, it will be applied immediately.

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You can delete your saved filters and once deleted permanently, this filter cannot be recovered

  1. Locate the filter you wish to delete.
  2. Select Delete icon button.

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2.4. Share your search result

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  1. Apply a saved search that you want to share.

  2. Click on Share filter icon (at the top of the search results page).

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  1. Click Copy icon.

You can share your filter by copying the URL and send it directly to another person.

2.5. Export search result

  1. Click on Export icon at the top of the search results page.

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  1. Select the export type.

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  • If you select "CSV file" or "Excel file", The file will be downloaded to your device.
  • If you select "Create report chart", we'll take you to the "My Report" function with the filters you're using.