qa-checklist.md

QA Checklist

Test every item before client review or launch.

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Functionality

• All navigation links work
• All buttons trigger correct actions
• Forms submit successfully
• Form validation shows errors correctly
• Confirmation messages display
• Email notifications received
• External links work and open in new tab
• Responsive on all screen sizes

Design

• Matches approved design
• Consistent spacing throughout
• Fonts load correctly
• Colors match brand guidelines
• Hover states work on interactive elements
• No layout shifts or broken elements
• Images not stretched or pixelated

Accessibility

• All images have alt text
• Keyboard navigation works
• Focus states visible
• Color contrast passes (4.5:1 min)
• Headings in correct order (H1 → H2 → H3)
• Form fields have labels
• Skip-to-content link works

Performance

• Page loads in under 3 seconds
• Images compressed and optimized
• No large file downloads on page load
• No console errors or warnings

Cross-Browser Testing

• Chrome (desktop)
• Safari (desktop)
• Firefox (desktop)
• Chrome (mobile)
• Safari (iOS)
• Edge

Content

• No lorem ipsum or placeholder text
• Phone numbers and emails correct
• Address and location correct
• Business hours accurate
• Social links go to correct profiles
• Copyright year current

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Tested By: _____________
Date: _____________
Result: ☐ Pass ☐ Fail (list issues below)

Issues Found:

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