10 November 2024 Leave a comment Tech-Help
Drag and drop functionality is a common requirement in mobile app testing, particularly for iOS applications. While Appium provides a robust framework for automating mobile applications, users often encounter challenges when trying to implement actions like long press and move for drag and drop functionality. This guide aims to provide an effective solution to this issue using the Appium framework.
Understanding the Challenge
The typical scenario involves a user needing to long press on an element and then move it to a desired location. However, many testers find that their initial attempts do not yield the expected results. Let’s explore a practical solution to this problem.
Recommended Solution
Based on practical experience, the following approach has proven successful for both Android and iOS platforms:
TouchAction action = new TouchAction(driver);
action.longPress(elem1).waitAction(3000).moveTo(elem2).perform().release();
In this solution:
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longPress(elem1)initiates the long press action on the first element. -
waitAction(3000)introduces a delay to ensure the long press action is completed before moving. -
moveTo(elem2)performs the move action to the target element. -
Finally,
perform().release()completes and releases the action.
Alternative Approach
For scenarios where the above method does not provide satisfactory results, consider the following alternative approach. This method leverages specific PointOption points for precise control:
new TouchAction(driver)
.press(PointOption.point(256, 1115))
.waitAction(WaitOptions.waitOptions(Duration.ofMillis(2000)))
.perform()
.moveTo(PointOption.point(256, 600))
.release()
.perform();
This approach is particularly useful for testing across different platforms, including Android and iOS.
Enhancing Test Efficiency with Repeato
While Appium is a powerful tool, it can sometimes be slow and the tests may become unstable. This is where Repeato comes into play. Repeato is a no-code test automation tool that simplifies the process of creating, running, and maintaining automated tests for iOS and Android apps. By utilizing computer vision and AI, Repeato ensures that tests are not only faster to create but also run much more efficiently. For more information on how to get started with Repeato, visit our Getting Started Guide.
By integrating Repeato into your testing process, you can achieve a more streamlined and reliable testing workflow, allowing you to focus on enhancing other aspects of your application development.
