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# Define a characteristic for the test definition

# Define a characteristic for the test definition {#ariaid-title1}

Release version: Yokohama  
Updated January 30, 2025  
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Add a characteristic for a test to determine the properties that are required to run and evaluate the test.

## Before you begin

Role required: admin

## Procedure

1. Navigate to AllService Test ManagementTest DefinitionsAll.
2. Select the test definition that you want to open.
3. In the Test Definition Characteristics related list, add a characteristic by selecting New.
4. On the form, fill in the fields.  
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   | Field | Description |
   |-|-|
   | Characteristic | Service or product characteristic of the test that help determine the effectiveness of the defined characteristic. For example, if you select download speed characteristics for the speed test definition, the system tests the downloading speed to troubleshoot the issue raised due to internet outage. |
   | Characteristic option | Characteristic options for a characteristic. |
   | Test definition | Auto-populated name of the test definition for which you're defining the characteristics. |
   [Table 1. Test Definition Characteristics]

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5. Select Submit.

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