10 November 2024 Leave a comment Tech-Help
When developing automated tests for Android applications using Appium and Java, one common challenge is interacting with elements that are not immediately visible on the screen. This often requires implementing a scrolling mechanism to bring the desired element into view, particularly when dealing with lists or recyclers. In this guide, we will explore a reliable method to scroll and click on an element based on its text content.
Problem Overview
Consider a scenario where you have a list of elements within an android.support.v7.widget.RecyclerView. Each element shares the same ID, but they are differentiated by their text content, such as “Apple,” “Orange,” or “Grapes.” The challenge here is to scroll through the list and click on a specific element based on its text.
Solution Approach
The following code snippet offers a straightforward and efficient solution:
public void scrollAndClick(String visibleText) {
androidDriver.findElementByAndroidUIAutomator(
"new UiScrollable(new UiSelector().scrollable(true).instance(0))" +
".scrollIntoView(new UiSelector().textContains(\"" + visibleText + "\").instance(0))"
).click();
}
This method utilizes the findElementByAndroidUIAutomator function to create a UiScrollable object. It scrolls through the view until the element with the specified text becomes visible, after which it performs a click action.
Implementation Details
- UiScrollable: This is used to perform scrolling actions. It targets scrollable views by default.
- UiSelector: This helps in identifying the desired element by its text content.
- TextContains: This method matches the element’s text content partially, ensuring flexibility in locating the element.
Additional Considerations
While this approach is effective for most scenarios, it is important to ensure that the elements’ identifiers remain consistent across application updates. Additionally, testing should be conducted on various screen sizes to ensure consistent behavior.
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