# Wait
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## Description
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+ This block pauses the flow for the specified wait time or for the specified event.
+ For example, you want to send a SMS reminder after an initial introduction email. You can either set up a fixed duration (e.g. 3 days) or Wait until specific time and date. The next activity block will execute once the wait time is timeout.

## How to configure this block
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You can configure the **Wait** block in the admin website or using the Wait action.

### Common properties
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| Property | Description | 
| --- | --- | 
| Set duration | Enter a fixed delay (e.g., 3 hours or 2 days). | 
| Wait until | Specify an exact date/time within 7 days. |