How to launch a mobile website test

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Start testing your mobile sites and apps today with these instructions.

Note: Only admin level members can launch and order tests.

Step 1. Log in

Log into your dashboard.

Step 2. Create a new study

Select the New dropdown from your dashboard, then select Test to create a new study.

Select Test from template to create a study using a pre-made template created by UserTesting's research team. You can learn more about templates here.  

Step 3. Select study type

Select Create a Recorded Test.

Select Test a Website

Next, choose your panel of participants. In this example, we'll be using the UserTesting Panel.

When you arrive on the overview page, you have the option to start building tester groups or to get started creating your test plan.

For the purpose of this knowledgebase article, we will start with selecting test participants.

Step 4. Select Audience

Once you click on Select Audience, you will be directed to a page dedicated to choosing your target audience.

For a mobile website study, select Tablet or Smartphone for Which type of device should the testers use?

The default recording method is the UserTesting Mobile Screen Recorder. In some scenarios (if you wish to test a live iOS app, for example), you'll be prompted to use the Webcam recording method.

If you have questions about creating tester groups with the UserTesting panel, please visit this article to learn more.

Select the filter(s) that you need by checking the box(es) in the right sidebar and then adjusting each filter as needed.

Scrolling down, you can also add screener questions by dragging the Screener Question element in from the right sidebar. Screeners help you pinpoint down to the precise audiences you are seeking.

When you are happy with your filters and screeners, you can click the Done button to return to the overview page.

Step 5. Create Test Plan

Once you have returned to the overview page, select Build Test Plan to get started on test creation. Provide a starting URL as well as any scenario-related details to set the stage for your test participant. Then, select the elements that you want to include by dragging them into your test plan from the right sidebar. 

Once you are done creating your test plan, you can click the Done button to return to the overview page.

Step 6. Review and launch your test

The overview page should now display your audience targeting as well as the test plan. Review the information and remember to give your test a name. When you are satisfied, click the Launch Test button.