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Overview

The WAIT_FOR_URL step pauses test execution until the browser URL matches a specified pattern. This is essential for handling redirects, asynchronous navigation, and ensuring tests continue at the correct location.

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Parameters

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description
string
required
Description of what URL pattern to wait for
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pattern
string
required
URL pattern to match. Can be a glob pattern or regex depending on matcherType.
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matcherType
enum
default:"GLOB"
Type of pattern matching:
  • GLOB - Use glob patterns (e.g., */dashboard/*)
  • REGEX - Use regular expressions
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timeout
number
default:"10000"
Maximum time to wait for URL match (in milliseconds)

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Behavior

  1. Current URL Check: Gets the current browser URL
  2. Pattern Matching: Applies the pattern based on matcher type
  3. Polling: Continuously checks URL until match or timeout
  4. Success/Timeout: Proceeds when matched or fails on timeout

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Common Use Cases

  • Waiting for redirects after login
  • Confirming navigation to success pages
  • Handling OAuth callbacks
  • Waiting for dynamic URL parameters
  • Verifying multi-step form progression
  • Ensuring SPA route changes complete

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Error Handling

The step will fail if:
  • The URL doesn’t match the pattern within the timeout period
  • The pattern is invalid (for regex mode)
  • The browser navigation fails
Error messages show the current URL and expected pattern to help debug matching issues.