Failed is a test result status. It indicates that the actual result does not match the expected result.
Key Aspect:
1. Actual outcome differs from expected outcome
2. Indicates a defect or issue in the system
3. Requires investigation and debugging
4. May lead to retesting after fixes
5. Important for quality assurance processes
Failed Tests Help:
1. Identify bugs and issues
2. Improve software quality
3. Guide development efforts
4. Validate requirements
5. Ensure system reliability
Test teams typically document failed tests with details like steps to reproduce, expected vs actual results and environmental factors.