Public Preview: Actual Result for Manual Tests in Azure Test Plans

Apr 22, 2026Panagiotis Liaros

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Introduces the 'Actual Result' (AR) feature for manual testing in Azure Test Plans, allowing users to record precise outcomes for each test step via text and attachments. AR can be configured as optional or mandatory at the test plan level, supports programmatic access via the Azure DevOps REST API, and improves traceability and compliance.

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