Testing an Application Process

Once you've built your Apply Process, you'll want to ensure that it operates in the ways that you intended. In this article, we cover the best ways to test out your application process.

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Important Information
Testing an Application Process

Important Information

As you test, keep these things in mind:

1. Consider the amount of time it takes to complete an application to ensure a positive candidate experience (if too long, consider a two-step application).
2. Type of question - was this the easiest option to get the desired answer or is there a better option?
3. Are you asking questions that could be answered in the resume such as work experience?
4. Did you receive the email notifications you expected to receive as the recruiter?
5. Are emails and notifications being sent out to the candidate?

Test an Application Process

Before you begin testing an application process you will need to have created the below:

1. Create a test requisition using your test Apply Process.
2. Create Custom Sources and activate it in your test requisition (you might want to create a special 'test' source, so your data stays true).

Testing

1. Open a test requisition and click Details then Job Boards.
2. Scroll to Custom Sites and click Copy Link to copy an application URL.
3. Paste the link into your browser and hit Enter - this will take you to your application.
4. To begin the application process, you will need to provide an email address- make sure this is an email address you have access to so you can see candidate communication appear in an inbox.
5. Pro Tip: When testing the system, use a temporary mail service, such as this one. You'll be able to check the emails going to your applicant, without bogging up our own email Inboxes. Think ahead - you'll get reminder emails for performance reviews, interview scorecards, goals, and more.
6. Find your applicant in your ClearCompany Recruiting inbox.
7. If your application is a two-step, send your applicant to the Details section.
8. If you need to make changes to your application process, check out: Managing Job Applications