Applause's Desktop App Testing service is designed to provide quick and accurate feedback for desktop applications across a wide range of hardware and operating system combinations. This innovative approach tackles the unique challenges associated with desktop app development and testing, including complex use cases, hardware variations, operating system differences, software interactions, and connectivity issues. The service utilizes a global community of over one million independent digital experts who have access to nearly three million desktop and laptop environments. This vast network allows developers to test their applications on the exact setups that their customers use, whether the app runs on Windows, macOS, or Linux.

Key Features

Diverse Testing Environments Applause offers testing across a wide range of desktop configurations.

• Access to nearly three million desktop/laptop environments
• Coverage for Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems

Skilled Tester Community The service provides access to a large pool of experienced testers.

• Over one million independent digital experts
• Testers with varying levels of expertise, from novices to domain specialists

Flexible Testing Approaches Applause adapts to various testing needs and methodologies.

• Functional testing capabilities
• User experience assessments
• Accessibility evaluations

Benefits

Authentic User Experience Insights Applause provides real-world testing scenarios for more accurate results.

• Testing on actual user environments
• Quick discovery and reporting of issues before they impact users

Cost and Time Efficiency The crowdsourced model offers advantages over traditional testing methods.

• Faster time-to-market without sacrificing quality
• Cost-effective way to add necessary layers of QA

Comprehensive Testing Coverage Applause addresses various aspects of desktop app functionality and performance.

• Testing of complex use cases and advanced capabilities
• Validation of functionality with internet-connected components