Set a breakpoint to halt an execution
While the execution is running, you can set a breakpoint on any upcoming test step to pause the test and switch to debug mode. This allows you to add a new step or modify an existing step.
A breakpoint is indicated as follows:
- Active breakpoint:
- Upcoming breakpoint:
You can remove a breakpoint with a simple click.
To set a breakpoint on a step:
- On the detailed execution page, click the test step itself:
- Identify the step for the breakpoint.
- To the left of a test step, click the white circle, and then wait until the test has reached that step and paused.
To set a breakpoint through the execution menu:
- On the execution menu, click the pause icon . The test pauses at the next possible step.
To release an active breakpoint:
- Click the breakpoint or click the play icon on the execution menu.
To remove an upcoming breakpoint:
- Click the breakpoint.