10 November 2024 Leave a comment Tech-Help
Automating tests with Protractor for AngularJS applications can present challenges, particularly when dealing with the click() function. If you’re experiencing issues where the click action does not trigger the expected navigation or effect, despite the test passing, this guide will help you troubleshoot and resolve these issues.
Common Causes and Solutions
1. Locator Issues
Sometimes, the issue may arise from the locator not uniquely identifying the element. Ensure that your locator is precise:
element(by.css(".login-form .login-button")).click();2. Element Not Clickable
Ensure that the element is clickable by using Protractor’s Expected Conditions:
var EC = protractor.ExpectedConditions;
element(by.model('credentials.username')).sendKeys('RET02');
element(by.model('credentials.password')).sendKeys('RET02');
var loginButton = element(by.css('.login-form .login-button'));
browser.wait(EC.elementToBeClickable(loginButton), 5000);
loginButton.click();3. Delays and Timing Issues
Adding a short delay before clicking can sometimes resolve timing issues. Although not ideal, it can be a practical solution:
browser.sleep(500);
element(by.css('.login-form .login-button')).click();4. JavaScript Click
If the above methods do not work, try executing the click action via JavaScript:
var loginButton = element(by.css('.login-form .login-button'));
browser.executeScript("arguments[0].click();", loginButton);5. Double Click
In some cases, clicking the element twice can help trigger the desired action:
loginButton.click();
loginButton.click();Waiting for URL Change
After submitting the form, instead of using browser.sleep(), explicitly wait for the URL to change, which can be more reliable:
Refer to our detailed guide on how to handle URL changes in automated tests.
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We hope this guide helps you resolve the click function issues in your Protractor scripts. For further assistance, feel free to contact our support team or explore our comprehensive documentation.
