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Table Testing - Comprehensive Test Cases for Data Display, Sorting, and Interaction
Tables are powerful yet complex components that demand thorough testing to guarantee accurate data presentation and smooth user interaction. This guide covers essential test cases for verifying default sorting, multi-column sorting, data alignment, total calculations, row selection features, row highlighting, and overall usability—even across paginated or large datasets. Ensure your tables deliver clarity, performance, and accessibility for all users.
| Nr | Test Idea | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Check if the table has correct default ordering | |
| 2 | Check if all necessary columns in the table have sorting functionality | |
| 3 | Check if it is visibly clear by what column the table is sorted and if sorting is ascending or descending | |
| 4 | Check both ascending and descending sorting functionality | |
| 5 | Check if table sorting works correctly also when the table is longer than one page | |
| 6 | Check if column sizes are proper for the data that is displayed in them | |
| 7 | Check if values in the table are displayed at the correct column and row | |
| 8 | If for any column there is 'Total' value calculated then check if the result is correct (also with multiple pages) | |
| 9 | If it is possible to select items in the list then check if there should be functionality for selecting/deselecting all the items in the list | |
| 10 | Check if there should be a limit on how many rows can be displayed in the list (all pages included). When this limit is reached then there should be an informative message about it | |
| 11 | Check if the row is highlighted when moving the mouse over it. This helps to better understand with which row the user is working in case of a large table. |