# How TestOwl Works

> TestOwl captures user intent, creates reliable automation, executes it across browsers and devices, and keeps tests resilient as your application evolves — no code required.

TestOwl's testing engine is built on four pillars: a high-fidelity recording engine, intent-based recording, self-healing execution, and rich reports and insights.

## The Workflow Pipeline

### 1. Record
Simply use your application while TestOwl records each step behind the scenes. No code, no setup, and no manual scripting.

- Record any user workflow
- Capture clicks, inputs & navigation
- Automatic selector generation

### 2. Save & Edit
Review your recorded test and refine it with a visual editor. Add validations, waits, dynamic test data, and reusable steps to match real-world scenarios.

- No-code test editing
- Visual drag-and-drop editor
- Assertions & validations

### 3. Run
Choose where and how you want to execute your tests. Run them across browsers, versions, and devices in parallel to get fast, reliable feedback on every release.

- Local & cloud execution
- Mobile & tablet testing
- Parallel test execution

### 4. Get Results
Review every test execution with detailed reports that make failures easy to understand. Analyze screenshots, videos, logs, and execution timelines to identify issues faster.

- Full session video replay
- Console & network logs
- Detailed execution reports

## FAQ

### Do I need to write code to use TestOwl?
No. TestOwl records user workflows visually and lets you edit, validate, and maintain tests through a no-code editor.

### Can I run tests locally and in the cloud?
Yes. TestOwl supports both local execution and cloud execution, including parallel runs across browsers, versions, and devices.

### What do I get after a test run?
Full session video replay, console and network logs, screenshots, and detailed execution reports for every run.