Chapter 6 – Test Tools
Explicit Wait – ISTQB Definition
Last Updated: July 12, 2026 · SoftwareTestPilot QA Team
Official ISTQB Definition
A wait that pauses execution until a specific condition is met, such as element visibility or clickability.
In simple words
Waiting for a specific condition, like "button is clickable", before continuing.
Exam tip
Explicit waits (WebDriverWait) are the recommended synchronization approach.
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