Apple today updated its TestFlight app with new features designed to streamline the app beta testing process. TestFlight is an app that developers can use to distribute apps to beta testers before the app is released.
An invitation to beta test an app will include a description of the app, and developers can choose to include screenshots and information about the app’s category.
To narrow down potential testers, developers can set tester criteria that must be met to participate in the beta. Testers who decide not to participate in a particular beta can provide feedback to developers explaining why. Apple’s release notes for this update are below.
This update includes several important improvements to improve your testing experience.
The invitation includes a description of the beta app, and developers can now also choose to include a screenshot and app category. Developers can now set tester criteria that must be met to participate in the beta. You can share with developers why you decided not to participate in the beta through a new feedback option.
Additionally, this update includes stability improvements and bug fixes.
TestFlight is a free app for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Vision Pro available for download from the App Store. (direct link)
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