Documentation Testing is a non-functional testing type. It is the process of testing the artifacts created during the testing of software. In today's world software documentation is a major part of a product.
The software mainly consists of the following documents :
1.Users Manual.
2.Installation and Setup Instructions.
3.Online Help.
4.Error Messages.
5.Labels and Stickers.
6.EULA(End User License Agreement).
7.Warranty Card.
Importance of Documentation Testing:
1.It reduces Support Cost.
2.It improves software usability.
3.It improves software reliability.
Realities of Documentation Testing:
1.Least resources.
2.Minimum budget.
3.Less importance.
4.Sometimes a user who does not have product knowledge writes the documentation.
