Step-by-step workflow for Broken website link checker
This broken website link checker workflow page covers broken website link checker. First, choose one small task you can check by hand. Then follow the steps below and compare the result with your source information.
The download is an html website template and editor. This page explains one part of its use. For the full process, follow the ten linked guides in order or open the section you need. Keep your source notes with your working files.
Complete one task with Broken website link checker
- Extract the ZIP and open product.html in a current desktop browser. Review the template, replace its example business details and preview the result before exporting.
- Choose one outcome from the included capabilities: Working task-specific fields; Editable records or document output; Search or preview where applicable.
- The product exposes these inputs: Source URL; Link URL; Checked date; Observed result; Fix owner; Status.
- Use the relevant interface control and review its result. The delivered interface includes these labels and controls: Download JSON backup; Restore backup; Print / PDF; Load example; Clear workspace; Close; Save record.
- Correct the original input if the result is wrong. Repeat the operation and check again.
- Save a dated working copy or supported backup, then inspect the final output before sharing.
Keep the task small enough to verify
Change one section at a time. Preview its headings, contact details, links and layout before moving to the next section.
Respect the product boundaries
Runnable Python HTTP checker/monitor. Uses your supplied public website URL, writes dated reports, and runs while the process is active. Hosting, SMS and email alerts are not included.
Use a clear stopping point
First, define what a finished result looks like. Choose a small case rather than your whole workload. This makes each change easier to follow.
Next, complete one action and inspect its result. If it looks wrong, fix the input before you continue. Otherwise, save your work and move to the next action. Finally, compare the finished result with the goal you wrote down at the start.
Details to check in this product
- Source URL: confirm the source and keep a clear reference.
- Link URL: check the value against your practice case.
- Checked date: review the result before you save or share it.
- Observed result: confirm the source and keep a clear reference.
- Fix owner: check the value against your practice case.
- Status: review the result before you save or share it.
A useful reference
Read this when you plan to put your exported HTML on your own host. Read the MDN guide to publishing a website for more detail.