How to Select Values from a Drop-Down in Katalon Studio

How to Select Values from a Drop-Down in Katalon Studio

26 February 2025 Stephan Petzl Leave a comment Katalon Issues

Working with drop-downs in Katalon Studio can sometimes be challenging, especially when dealing with multiple input fields having the same name. This guide will help you effectively select values from drop-down menus in your test scripts.

Understanding the Problem

When automating tests, you might encounter scenarios where drop-down values reset unexpectedly. This issue often arises when using JavaScriptExecutor for selection, especially in cases with multiple input fields sharing identical names.

Solution: Using Katalon Studio’s Built-in Methods

To address these challenges, it’s crucial to simulate user actions accurately. Here’s a step-by-step approach to handle drop-down selections:

  1. Identify the Select Input: Use CSS selectors to locate the input field. This ensures that the correct element is targeted.
  2. Simulate User Click: Programmatically click the input field to display the drop-down options.
  3. Wait for Drop-Down to Appear: Use a wait function to ensure the drop-down is visible before attempting to select a value.
  4. Select the Desired Value: Specify the exact value to be selected using XPath to ensure precision.

Sample Script

Here’s an example script to select a drop-down value using Katalon Studio:

        
TestObject selectBox = new TestObject('SelectBox').addProperty('css', ConditionType.EQUALS, "input.select-selected")
WebUI.click(selectBox)

TestObject dropdownValue = new TestObject('DropDownValue').addProperty('xpath', ConditionType.EQUALS, "//div[contains(@class, 'select-items')]/div[contains(text(), 'May')]")
WebUI.waitForElementVisible(dropdownValue, 30)
WebUI.click(dropdownValue)

This method closely mimics the manual steps a user would take, ensuring the script’s reliability.

Advanced Techniques

For more complex scenarios, consider creating custom keywords that can be reused across different test cases. This approach enhances code maintainability and efficiency.

Enhancing Your Testing with Repeato

While Katalon Studio provides a robust framework for test automation, exploring alternative tools like Repeato can provide additional benefits. Repeato’s no-code test automation capabilities, combined with its use of computer vision and AI, offer a fast and flexible solution for creating, running, and maintaining tests. Its support for data-driven and keyword-driven testing, along with seamless version control through text and JSON formats, makes it a practical alternative to traditional tools. Whether you’re dealing with complex workflows or need to switch between devices during a test run, Repeato’s capabilities ensure efficient and effective test automation.

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