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Manual Test Wizard

Guides you through systematic hardware testing step by step.

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Overview​

Manual Test Wizard walks you through a series of hands-on tests to check whether your device's hardware is working correctly. Each step provides instructions, collects your observations, and records a verdict (such as OK or Defective). At the end, you get a summary of all results and can generate a PDF report.

Table Of Contents​

At the top of the screen, a breadcrumb trail shows which test you are on and how far you have progressed through the full sequence. A progress bar fills as you complete each step, so you always know how many tests remain.

Use the Previous and Next buttons to move between steps. You can revisit earlier steps to change a verdict before finishing.

Test Steps​

Each step presents a self-contained test with:

  • Clear instructions telling you what to look for or do.
  • An evidence-collection area where you interact with the test (for example, viewing a pattern, touching the screen, or reading a sensor value).
  • A verdict area where you record the result.

Types Of Tests​

The wizard includes several kinds of hardware checks:

  • Visual tests -- the screen displays test patterns, color grids, or solid colors to help you spot dead pixels, color accuracy issues, or uneven brightness.
  • Touch tests -- a touch surface appears on screen. Drag your finger across the entire area to paint coverage and verify that every part of the touchscreen responds.
  • Sensor tests -- real-time sensor readings are shown so you can verify that accelerometer, gyroscope, and other sensors are responding.
  • Manual checks -- some tests ask you to type text, choose from multiple options, or simply confirm pass/fail based on your observation (for example, checking whether buttons click properly).

Verdict Bar​

At the bottom of each step, the verdict bar lets you record your finding:

  • OK (checkmark, green) -- the hardware passed this test.
  • Defective (xmark, red) -- the hardware did not pass, or you noticed a specific defect or abnormality.
  • Retry -- repeat the current step before recording a verdict.
  • Abort -- leave the current step (a navigation action, not a recorded verdict).
  • Not Available (shown conditionally) -- mark the test as not applicable to this device.

OK and Defective are the primary recorded outcomes. After choosing a verdict, tap Next to move on.

Full-Screen Tests​

Display tests and touch tests expand to fill the entire screen, giving you an unobstructed view for checking pixels or covering the full touch surface. Tap a control or gesture to exit full-screen mode and return to the wizard.

Resume Capability​

If you leave the wizard or the app is interrupted, your progress is saved. When you return, you can pick up where you left off without losing any previously recorded verdicts.

Summary And Report​

After completing all steps, a summary view shows the verdict for every test in one place. From here you can:

  • Review individual results.
  • Start a new testing session if needed.
  • Generate a PDF report containing all test results, which you can save or share.

Notes And Limitations​

  • The available tests depend on the hardware capabilities of your device. Some tests may not appear on devices that lack the relevant sensor or feature.
  • Touch and display tests work best when the screen is clean and free of screen protectors that might interfere.
  • The PDF report captures your verdicts and observations; it does not include automated measurements.
Last updated on by Rogerio Hirooka