🧩 My Bug Report Template — Clean, Clear, and Developer-Friendly
As a QA Manual Tester, one of the most powerful tools I use daily is a good bug report. I’ve learned that how you communicate a bug is just as important as what the bug is.
Over time, I created my own personal template — one that’s:
- Easy to read 👀
- Easy to act on ⚡
- Friendly for both developers and product owners 🤝
💬 Why I Created This Template
In my early days, I saw a lot of bug reports that were either too vague, too long-winded, or missing key info. That led to back-and-forths like:
“What device was this on?” “Can you give me steps to reproduce it?” “What do you mean by ‘it doesn’t work’?” 😵💫
So I created a reporting style that’s clear, complete, and consistent — to avoid confusion and save time for everyone.
This template ensures that I’m not just reporting a bug — I’m telling a story, with evidence, clarity, and context.
✍️ The Template (Explained Step-by-Step)
Every section in my bug report serves a purpose:
| Fields | Description |
|---|---|
| Title | Clear and to the point — what’s broken and where |
| Description | Short explanation of the bug and context |
| Steps to Reproduce | So devs can recreate it exactly |
| Expected vs Actual Result | The gap between what should happen and what really happens |
| Environment | So the issue can be traced (sometimes it’s device-specific!) |
| Severity | So the team can prioritize |
| Potential Impact | So we know what else might break — not just now, but in the future |
✅ Real Example Using My Template
Here's a real-world example of how I use this format in action:
🎁 Why This Template Works
This structure helps developers jump straight into fixing, instead of guessing what happened. It also builds a smoother workflow between QA, dev, and product teams — because clear communication is everything 🧠💬
