Attributes of a Defect Report

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A defect report is a document that identifies and describes a defect detected by a tester. The purpose of a defect report is to state the problem as clearly as possible so that developers can replicate the defect easily and fix it. 

Defect Report Template:
  
ID​ : ​A unique identifier is given to the defect. (Usually, automated)  
Project ​: ​Project name.  
Product: ​Product name.  
Release Version:​ Release version of the product. (e.g. 1.1.3)  
Module ​: ​Specific module of the product where the defect was detected.  
Defect Priority​ ​: ​Priority of the Defect.  
Defect Severity ​: ​Severity of the Defect.  
Summary ​: ​Summary of the defect. Keep this clear and concise. Description Detailed description of the defect. Describe as much as possible but without repeating anything or using complex words. Keep it simple but comprehensive.   
Expected Results ​: ​The expected results.  
Actual Result ​: ​The actual result you received when you followed the steps.  
Remarks ​: ​Any additional comments on the defect.  
Reported By​ : ​The name of the person who reported the defect.

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