Counting Elements in Katalon Studio: A Comprehensive Guide

Counting Elements in Katalon Studio: A Comprehensive Guide

26 February 2025 Stephan Petzl Leave a comment Katalon Issues

When working with Katalon Studio, a common requirement is to count elements on a web page, such as items, rows, or users. This task can be easily achieved using JavaScript, but for those using Groovy within Katalon Studio, the process might seem less straightforward. This guide will walk you through the steps to effectively count elements using Groovy in Katalon Studio.

Using WebUiBuiltInKeywords

One efficient method to count elements is by leveraging the WebUiBuiltInKeywords class, which allows you to find web elements that match a specific locator. This approach is both versatile and straightforward.


import com.kms.katalon.core.webui.keyword.WebUiBuiltInKeywords as WebUI
import com.kms.katalon.core.testobject.TestObject

TestObject to = new TestObject("")
List<WebElement> elements = WebUI.findWebElements(to, 5)
println elements.size()

    

In this example, findWebElements returns a list of elements that match the specified test object. The size() method is then used to determine the number of elements.

Directly Using WebDriver

Alternatively, you can use the WebDriver directly to accomplish the same task. This method involves using the findElements method with a class name locator.


import org.openqa.selenium.By
import org.openqa.selenium.WebDriver
import org.openqa.selenium.WebElement
import com.kms.katalon.core.webui.driver.DriverFactory

WebDriver driver = DriverFactory.getWebDriver()
int eleCount = driver.findElements(By.className("your-class")).size()
println eleCount

    

This snippet demonstrates how to count elements by their class name, offering a direct approach for those more familiar with Selenium WebDriver.

Practical Applications

Counting elements is crucial in scenarios where you need to verify the number of items loaded on a page, ensure data integrity, or manage dynamic content. By integrating these methods into your test scripts, you can enhance the robustness and reliability of your automated tests.

Enhancing Testing with Repeato

For those seeking a more intuitive and efficient solution for test automation, Repeato offers a compelling alternative. As a no-code test automation tool for iOS, Android, and web apps, Repeato allows you to create, run, and maintain automated tests with ease. Its use of computer vision and AI streamlines the process, making it faster to edit and execute tests.

Repeato’s support for command line scripts and JavaScript code provides flexibility for automating complex tasks, while its data-driven and keyword-driven testing capabilities ensure comprehensive coverage. With all tests and workspace data saved in text and JSON format, version control is straightforward, enhancing collaboration and traceability.

For more insights on transitioning from other tools like Katalon, consider exploring our guide on converting Katalon scripts to Selenium Java.

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