Despite rapid advancements in test automation and the use of AI in software testing, manual testing is still a fundamental part of software Quality Assurance in 2025. Recent data from multiple industry reports confirm the ongoing value of manual testing in comparison to test automation. For example, only about 5% of companies perform fully automated testing, meaning all test cases are automated without manual intervention. Approximately 2/3rds of companies use a mixed approach, trying to balance both manual and automated testing efforts.
Manual testing remains inevitable for the areas that require human insight, judgment, and flexibility. According to this, we may confidently say that you must have the main manual testing techniques to succeed in ensuring quality assurance on your project. So, let’s walk through 5 key manual testing techniques:
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