Every work directory is associated with a specific test suite and a configuration file after one is created or opened. Each time the harness runs tests, it creates test result files that store the information collected during the test run. The harness stores these files in the work directory for all test runs of the test suite with that configuration.
You must create a new work directory for each new test suite. You might also choose to create a new work directory to perform multiple test runs of the same test suite but with different configuration files. If you try to use an archive work directory that is no longer considered valid by the harness you must also create a new work directory.
You can create a work directory from either the Test Manager or the Quick Start wizard (if it is enabled and you are starting a new test run). The harness also prompts you to specify a work directory if you begin a task requiring a work directory without having specified one.
Note: Some test suites do not implement the optional Quick Start wizard. It won't be available if the test suite architect disabled it.
The harness displays a Work Directory chooser.
When you complete the Quick Start wizard, the harness opens a new Test Manager window and creates a work directory for the test suite, template, and configuration file combination.
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Do not enter the directory name in the file chooser. The harness uses the name from the Work Directory Name text field to create it for you.Depending on the test suite, the template option might not be allowed (templates not enabled), might be required (cannot select "No Template"), or might be optional (operates as described) in the following step. If you select a template, it will be associated with that work directory for all configurations that are created for that work directory.
When you create the work directory, the harness opens a new Test Manager window and creates a work directory for the test suite, template, and configuration file combination.
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