What is the difference between implicit and explicit wait in Appium?

What is the difference between implicit and explicit wait in Appium?

Implicit wait is a global setting that tells the WebDriver to wait for a certain amount of time when trying to find an element. If the element is not found within that time, an exception is thrown. Explicit wait, on the other hand, is more flexible and allows you to wait for a specific condition to occur before proceeding.

Can you give me an example of how to implement both waits?

Sure! For implicit wait, you can set it like this: driver.manage().timeouts().implicitlyWait(10, TimeUnit.SECONDS);. For explicit wait, you can use: WebDriverWait wait = new WebDriverWait(driver, 10); wait.until(ExpectedConditions.visibilityOf(element));.

When should I use implicit wait over explicit wait?

Use implicit wait when you want a default wait time for all elements. Use explicit wait when you need to wait for specific conditions for certain elements.

Are there any downsides to using implicit wait?

Yes, using implicit wait can lead to longer wait times if not managed properly, as it applies to all elements. It can also cause confusion when mixed with explicit waits.