Check out this video to learn about Modal Dialog Box!
A Modal Dialog Box (also referred to as a Bootstrap modal window) is like an alert that requires user interaction before letting the user access the web page. It gets displayed on top of your current page but allows other user activities. However, you can dismiss the dialog box by using the button.
00:00 Introduction
00:04 What is Dialog Box ?
05:20 Closing
Introduction to Modal Dialog Box
The video begins with a brief introduction to modal dialog boxes, explaining their purpose and functionality.
It defines a modal dialog box as an alert that requires user interaction before allowing access to the underlying web page.
Demonstration Using Lambda Test Seleno Playground
A short demo using the Lambda Test Seleno Playground is provided to illustrate the concept of modal dialog boxes.
The demo uses a Bootstrap framework to create and display modal dialog boxes, emphasizing its popularity and open-source nature.
Components of a Modal Dialog Box
The video breaks down the key components of a Bootstrap modal dialog box: the trigger element, the modal area, and the modal content.
The trigger element activates the modal window, the modal area contains the actual code for the modal window, and the modal content displays the information within the modal.
Automated Testing of Modal Dialog Boxes
The process of writing automated tests for modal dialog boxes is explained.
It involves identifying the modal window using WebDriver, locating the modal content, and performing necessary actions within the modal.
Handling Modal Dialog Boxes in Selenium
The video provides detailed steps on how to handle modal dialog boxes in Selenium WebDriver.
It covers methods to locate the trigger button, wait for the modal to appear, and interact with elements inside the modal using XPath and other locators.
Practical Tips and Tricks
Practical tips and tricks for efficiently working with modal dialog boxes in web development and testing are shared.
Emphasis is placed on the importance of understanding the structure and components of modal dialog boxes for successful automation.