How To Use Locators For WebElement Interactions

About The Video

In this part 2 of the WebdriverIO tutorial series 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐨 𝐀 𝐂𝐫𝐮𝐳, founder of automateNow, deep dive into locators and element interactions in WebdriverIO. With this tutorial, you'll gain in-depth knowledge on performing different actions like clicking elements, entering text, selecting from drop-downs, etc., while working with different WebdriverIO selectors. You will also learn to create a test suite, add a test, and pause test execution.

Video Chapters

00:00 - Intro

00:31 - WebdriverIO selectors

00:50 - How to find elements

01:05 - How to create a test suit

02:42 - How to add a test

03:45 - How to click elements

07:25 - wdio.conf.js file

09:05 - How to pause test execution

10:04 - How to enter text

12:04 - How to select from drop-down

15:50 - Outro

Key Topics Covered

Introduction to WebdriverIO: Marco Cruz introduces WebdriverIO, outlining its significance in test automation and his experience in the field.

Test Suite Creation: The process of creating a test suite within a WebdriverIO project is demonstrated, using the Mocha test framework for structuring tests.

Element Selection and Interaction: The tutorial emphasizes the importance of selecting web elements for interaction, detailing the use of single ($) and multiple ($$) element selectors.

Using CSS and XPath Selectors: It covers the application of CSS and XPath selectors to accurately identify and interact with elements on a webpage.

Clicking on Elements: A practical example is provided, showing how to locate and click a button, including how to inspect the element and formulate the selector.

Entering Text into Input Fields: The process of entering text into a search field is explained, demonstrating how to select the field and use the .setValue() method.

Interacting with Dropdown Menus: The video explores how to interact with dropdown menus through actions like hovering and selecting options, utilizing XPath for elements with dynamic attributes.

Practical Demonstrations: All concepts are reinforced with practical demonstrations on the LambdaTest practice website, where tests are written and executed to interact with various web elements.

Pause and Debugging Techniques: Methods to pause test executions for observation purposes are discussed, along with a brief mention of debugging techniques for troubleshooting.

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