Cypress · Middle · Question 34 of 77

Why shouldn't you mix `async/await` with Cypress commands?

1Cypress tests can't use any JavaScript functions
2await slows down Cypress commands by a lot
3Commands aren't Promises; awaiting them breaks the queue

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Correct answer: Commands aren't Promises; awaiting them breaks the queue

Explanation

Cypress commands are enqueued and chainable. Use .then() to work with values; cy.wrap() can wrap a real Promise.

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