Elements
Overview
An Element represents any user-interface component such as a window, button, or dialog. Each Element type has properties and interaction models that are unique to that type.
Element Types
The following Element Types are available:
| Element Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Web Control | Any item presented within a web page; this is the most common Element Type |
| Web Window | A stand-alone browser window or a tab in a multi-page window |
| Web Alert | A popup message displayed by the browser |
| Image Element | A virtual element identified using image-based matching techniques |
Element Identification
Being able to successfully identify Elements is key to a successful automation effort. Refer to the Element Identification topic for details about the techniques available for identifying different elements.
UI Repository
The same element must often be referenced multiple times when automating a process. Avoid duplication and reduce maintenance by using a shared UI Repository. This will allow you to define elements once and use them everywhere.