Coded Steps not finding elements when run on differnt URLs

[Rob]

Hi,

Is it not possible to record steps, convert to code then run these on different URLs when the application is the same? I have done exactly this but they keep failing as some elements cannot be found when they do exist. I am attempting this via the Visual Studio plugin and all my steps have been converted to code.

Any help much appreciated and urgently required.

Thanks,

Rob

[Byron]

Hello Rob,

Generally, it is possible to run tests against different URLs. In some cases, however, this might lead to certain issues. For example, some test steps may be using a URL to find an element or frame. If this is the case, you may be able to modify your test to use a base URL, or modify your test step properties to use a partial URL that will work across your testing environments, or use a find logic that does not include a URL or uses . I also recommend reviewing our documentation on common obstacles to locating elements in Test Studio.

Lastly, as a matter of principle we recommend against using any more coded steps than are necessary, because generally coded steps increase the amount maintenance your test will require in the future.

Greetings,
Byron
the Telerik team