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1. In Playwright, timeouts act as time
boundaries, setting the maximum
duration for tasks in browser
automation.
They prevent delays, ensuring tests run
efficiently.
By defining timeouts, teams gain
control over responsiveness,
contributing to robust and predictable
automation.
Timeouts are the guardians of
precision, optimizing the Playwright's
efficiency.
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Timeouts
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2. Enforced a default timeout of 30 seconds
for each test.
Configured to allow flexibility: timeout: 5 *
60 * 1000 for extended-duration tests.
Web-first assertions, like
expect(locator).toHaveText(), are set to 5
seconds by default.
Adjusted for specific conditions: expect: {
timeout: 30 * 1000 } for assertions needing
extra time.
1. Test Timeout:
2. Expect Timeout:
Strategic Timeout
Configurations
in Playwright Test
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Implemented a global timeout for the entire
test run, preventing resource overuse.
Set a reasonable limit: globalTimeout: 60 *
60 * 1000 for a one-hour test run.
Configured timeout for each action, ensuring
efficient handling of locator availability.
Fine-tuned to the application's needs: use: {
actionTimeout: 30 * 1000 }.
Defined a timeout for each navigation
action, addressing delays in page
transitions.
Tailored to specific needs: use: {
navigationTimeout: 30 * 1000 }.
3. Global Timeout:
4. Action Timeout:
5. Navigation Timeout:

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Introduced fixture-specific timeouts,
optimizing slow fixture execution.
Example: slowFixture: { timeout: 60000 }
for fixtures requiring extended processing
time.
6. Fixture Timeout:
Practical Implementation:
Addressed instability issues by
strategically configuring timeouts.
Added specific timeouts where needed,
e.g., locator.click({ timeout: 20000 }).

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Advantages:
Comprehensive timeout configuration
applicable project-wide.
Eliminated unnecessary waiting, leading
to faster execution.
Reduced false failures, focusing on real
issues and changes in the application.
Our experience showcases the power of
thoughtful Timeout Management in the
Playwright Test, transforming erratic
Automation into a stable and reliable Testing
Process.