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.