# Creating a Wait Step

A wait step helps you customize a user's experience by defining the cadence in which you interact to ensure optimum engagement.

1. Open TD Console.
2. Navigate to **Audience Studio**.
3. Navigate to a journey and open it.
4. Select a stage.
5. In the left panel, select the Wait Step icon and drag it to the Journey Canvas.


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1. Define the wait time (in days or weeks) and then select **Save as draft** or **Launch**.


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