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S. RaghavendraJava Testing with Seleniumhttps://doi.org/10.1007/979-8-8688-0291-1_4

4. Web Elements

Sujay Raghavendra1  
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Dharwad, Karnataka, India
 

This chapter explores the essential concept of web element locators in Selenium WebDriver, a fundamental aspect of web automation. Starting with an introduction to locators and why they are indispensable in Selenium, you set the foundation for understanding their role in effective automation. You then delve into the Document Object Model (DOM), which is essential for comprehending how Selenium interacts with web elements.

A detailed examination of the eight primary types of locators in Selenium follows, including their practical applications, syntax, and scenarios. From simple ...

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