Chapter 6 – Test Tools
Appium – ISTQB Definition
Last Updated: July 12, 2026 · SoftwareTestPilot QA Team
Official ISTQB Definition
An open-source cross-platform automation framework for native, hybrid, and mobile web apps on iOS and Android using the WebDriver protocol.
In simple words
The Selenium equivalent for mobile apps — one API, iOS and Android.
Exam tip
Appium reuses WebDriver, so Selenium testers can transfer skills quickly to mobile automation.
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