21 May 2024 Leave a comment Tech-Help
When running multiple test files in Cypress, the default behavior is to execute them in alphabetical order. However, there are scenarios where you might want to customize the order of execution. This guide will help you achieve that by providing several methods to run Cypress test files in your desired order.
Using specPattern Configuration
One efficient way to control the order of test execution is by using the specPattern configuration property in your cypress.json or cypress.config.ts file. This method allows you to list your spec files in the exact order you want them to run.
Example Configuration
Below is an example of how to set the spec file run order in cypress.json:
{
"baseUrl": "http://localhost:5000",
"specPattern": [
"login/*.js",
"leads/new-lead.spec.js",
"leads/leads-list.spec.js",
"leads/lead-detail.spec.js",
"leads/lead-modify.spec.js"
]
}
This configuration ensures that the spec files are executed in the order they are listed.
Prefixing File Names
If you prefer a simpler approach, you can prefix your test file names with numbers to enforce the desired order. For example:
01-chat_app_connect.spec.js
02-chat_connect.spec.js
03-chatting.spec.js
Cypress will run these files in alphabetical order, which now corresponds to the numerical order you have set.
Advanced Configuration
For more complex scenarios, such as prioritizing test execution based on different criteria, you can use multiple configuration files. Here is an example of how to set up different priority levels:
{
"integrationFolder": "cypress/integration",
"testFiles": [
"high_priority_specs/**/*.js",
"medium_priority_specs/**/*.js",
"low_priority_specs/**/*.js"
]
}
You can load these configurations using the cypress --configFile argument to run tests based on their priority.
Best Practices
While running tests in a specific order can be useful, it’s essential to ensure that each test can run independently. Tests should not depend on the state set by previous tests. This independence allows for parallel execution and better maintainability.
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