Testing · Junior · Question 53 of 78

When is `getByTestId` appropriate?

✓Correct answer: When an element can't be found by role, label or text - e.g. a decorative chart container
2Always: it's the most reliable query
3Never: it doesn't work with React

Explanation

A user doesn't see data-testid, so this query doesn't check accessibility. Keep it as a last resort.

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