How to Handle Alerts and Windows

About The Video

In this part 9 of our WebdriverIO series, join Marco A Cruz, founder of automateNow, as he dives into handling alerts and managing multiple windows in WebdriverIO. Learn practical techniques to interact with browser alerts, switch between windows, and ensure seamless test automation workflows on LambdaTest's cloud platform.

Video Chapters

00:00 Introduction

01:40 Alert Demo

04:17 Alert Script

09:32 Multiple windows Demo

11:20 Windows Script

18:41 Conclusion

Key Topics Covered

Mastering WebdriverIO Basics:

Handling browser-specific features like alerts and multiple windows is essential for effective test automation.

WebdriverIO simplifies these tasks with built-in commands.

Alert Management Best Practices:

Different scenarios require specific alert actions (e.g., accepting, dismissing, retrieving text).

Automating prompt interactions helps in testing dynamic input validation.

Multi-Window Management Insights:

Managing multiple windows is crucial when dealing with tabs or pop-ups.

Switching contexts ensures commands are sent to the correct browser window.

Assertion Techniques:

Validating UI changes post-alert interaction or window switching reinforces test reliability.

Use assertions to verify expected outcomes, such as correct page content or alert responses.

Efficient Locator Strategies:

Use specific selectors like XPath or CSS to locate elements accurately.

For non-inspectable elements like alerts, leverage WebdriverIO commands.

Real-World Applications:

Automating multi-window scenarios is useful for testing login flows, payment gateways, and social media integration.

Alert handling is vital for testing JavaScript-driven modal pop-ups.

Challenges and Workarounds:

Overcome timing issues using strategic pauses or waits.

Switch back to the main window after operations on secondary tabs.

Tools and Resources:

Use cloud platforms like LambdaTest to enhance cross-browser test execution.

Access the provided GitHub repository for code samples to build on foundational knowledge.

Scalable Test Automation:

Handle complex user interactions, making tests robust for diverse applications.

Apply learned techniques to improve script efficiency and maintainability.

Future Learning:

Explore WebdriverIO’s advanced features like handling frames and performing visual testing.

Leverage LambdaTest integrations to scale your test suite.

Related Blogs & Hubs

WebDriverIO Tutorial: Handling Alerts & Overlay In Selenium

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