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Part 2 · Core Interactions · beginner · ~40 min · Chapter 14 of 61

8. Waits & Auto-waiting

Before performing most actions, Playwright runs through an actionability checklist on the target element: 1. Attached — is it in the DOM at all?

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Overview

Before performing most actions, Playwright runs through an actionability checklist on the target element: 1. Attached — is it in the DOM at all? 2. Visible — non-zero size, not display: none/visibility: hidden? 3. Stable — stopped moving/animating (checked across at least two animation frames)? 4. Enabled — not disabled?

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  • 5. Receives events — not covered by another element (e.g., a loading spinner ove

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8. Waits & Auto-waiting deliverable

Apply one idea from “Overview” in a small script or note.