In this article, we’ll cover why attachments are essential in bug reporting and how to create high-quality reports that make bugs easy to understand and reproduce.
A bug attachment is any form of visual or textual proof that illustrates your bug. Attachments help moderators verify the issue quickly and accurately. Generally, there are three main types of attachments: images, videos, and logs.
1. Videos
Most of the attachments you’ll create (about 90%) will be videos. Why?
Most functionality bugs require a video to show the exact steps needed to reproduce the issue.
Functionality bugs occur when a user needs to perform actions within the app, making video the most effective way to demonstrate them.
A clear video ensures moderators can see exactly how the bug happens, making verification faster and reducing follow-up questions.
2. Images
Some bugs are simple enough to be captured with a single image. These usually include:
Display issues like text spill-outs or overlapping elements
Translation errors or visual inconsistencies
Images work well when the issue is purely visual and doesn’t require interaction to demonstrate.
3. Logs
Logs are often required for more technical issues, such as:
App crashes or clean restarts
Memory issues
Continuous loading or freezing
Connectivity problems
Logs provide developers with the technical details needed to understand why the bug is happening, which is crucial for fixing it.
Attachments are not optional. They make your bug reports clearer, more reliable, and more valuable. Providing the right type of attachment ensures that moderators can quickly verify the issue and that your report is accepted on the first try.
Next Steps
Learn how to create and upload high-quality attachments for your bug reports:
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