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# Write Automated Test Cases

### Choose How You Want to Create Tests

In the TestFirst Editor, you can create test cases in multiple ways depending on your workflow and experience.

Each approach is designed to help you move from idea <i class="fa-arrow-right">:arrow-right:</i> test quickly. You can combine these approaches as needed.

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