Adding test run sets

A test run set is a group of related test runs. When you submit builds to Helix ALM, or generate manual test runs, you can add them to a test run set. When testing multiple builds in parallel, test run sets allow you to report on each test initiative and determine the current status.

When deciding on the test run sets to create, consider how you want to view information in reports to monitor progress. Think about the information you will need at the end of each phase to determine if you are ready to move on to the next phase. Refer to the schedule in the test plan and create a test run set for each milestone and then create any additional sets that are needed.

To add a test run set, add the name to use for the test run set to the Run Set value list, which already exists in Helix ALM.

Test run sets can be used for both automated and manual tests.

1.Choose Tools > List Values > Run Set Values. You can also click Configure in the Generate Manual Test Runs dialog box.

The Setup List Items dialog box opens.

2. Click Add.

The Add List Item dialog box opens.

3. Enter a test run set name.

4. Select a Style to change how the test run set is displayed in the Manual Test Runs list.

The Style list includes all styles available in the project. Select <default> to display the value without formatting. You may also be able to add a new style or work with all styles. See Adding field value styles and Configuring field value styles.

5. Click OK.

You return to the Setup Test Run Names dialog box.

6. Select a test run set and click Top, Move Up, Move Down, or Bottom to change the display order.

You may want to move the most frequently used test run sets to the top of the list.

7. Click Sort to sort the test run sets in ascending or descending order.

8. Click OK to save the changes.