Can Selenium be used for mobile testing?

Yes, Selenium can be used for mobile web testing, not mobile app testing. It lets you run tests on real mobile browsers like Chrome and Safari, typically through a cloud platform.

What’s the difference between Selenium and Appium for mobile testing?

Selenium is designed for testing web apps in browsers. Appium is built specifically for native and hybrid mobile apps, though both share the WebDriver protocol.

How do I run Selenium tests on real mobile devices?

You can run Selenium scripts on real devices using cloud-based platforms like LambdaTest. These platforms provide access to real Android and iOS browsers without local setup.

Is Selenium Mobile Testing reliable for responsive testing?

Yes, it's effective for testing responsive layouts, mobile UI behavior, and browser compatibility—but only for web apps, not for native mobile functionality.

Can Appium replace Selenium?

Not exactly. Appium is used for mobile app testing, while Selenium is best for web testing. They complement each other, not replace.

Can I use Selenium in Android?

Yes, but only for testing web apps on Android browsers like Chrome,not for testing native Android apps. Use Appium for that.

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