Ask what changed
In the same Codex task, ask for the files it changed, the checks it ran, and anything it could not verify. If it says a test passed, ask what the test actually covered.
Inspect the actual output
Open the checklist. Read the labels, try every control, and narrow the browser window. For a document, open the document. For a spreadsheet, inspect the numbers and formulas. Match your check to the deliverable.
Report the problem with evidence
Instead of Make it better, say: When I press Reset, the completed count stays at 3. Reset both the checkboxes and the count, and test that sequence. Attach a screenshot when appearance is the problem. Remove private information from anything you share.
Check the revision
Repeat the action that failed. For larger work, agree a structure, finish one representative part, and then extend it. Ask for another review after the last change. Your decision to publish or send is a separate step.
Review the checklist we just built. Report the files changed, the behaviours you tested, and anything still unverified. Check that Reset clears every checkbox and resets any completion count. Open the final preview for me to inspect.
Sources and availability
Checked 6 September 2026. Labels and access can vary by app version, account, and workspace. Practice examples are created for this guide.
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