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Uniform Random Timer

Configure the JMeter Uniform Random Timer timers: properties, defaults, and practical usage notes for building reliable load tests.

Difficulty
intermediate
Guide type
reference
Estimated read time
1 min read
Last verified version
Verified JMeter 5.6

Part of the Timers category. Also documented in context in the full Component Reference.

Uniform Random Timer

This timer pauses each thread request for a random amount of time, with each time interval having the same probability of occurring. The total delay is the sum of the random value and the offset value.

NameRequiredDescription
NameNoDescriptive name for this timer that is shown in the tree.
Random Delay MaximumYesMaximum random number of milliseconds to pause.
Constant Delay OffsetYesNumber of milliseconds to pause in addition to the random delay.
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