Overview
The Switch Tab step allows you to manage browser tabs during test execution. You can switch to existing tabs, create new tabs with custom names, and organize your multi-tab testing workflow.Form Fields
| Field Name | Type | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tab Selection | button/input | Yes | Select existing tab or create new tab |
Form Configuration
Tab Management Interface
The form provides an interactive tab management system:Existing Tabs
- Display of currently available tabs as clickable buttons
- Each tab shows its assigned name/label
- Color-coded tab indicators for visual organization
- Click to select and switch to an existing tab
Create New Tab
- New Tab Name input field for custom tab naming
- Enter descriptive names for easy tab identification
- Automatically creates and switches to the new tab
- Tab names can be edited later by clicking the edit icon
Tab Operations
- Edit Tab Names: Click the edit icon next to any tab name
- Tab Colors: Each tab gets an automatically assigned color for visual distinction
- Tab Navigation: Switch between tabs by clicking their buttons
Examples
Switch to Existing Tab
- Select tab button labeled “Main Page”
Create New Tab for Login
- New Tab Name:
Login Form - Click “Add New Tab” or press Enter
Create Tab for Admin Panel
- New Tab Name:
Admin Dashboard - Click “Add New Tab”
Switch to Previously Created Tab
- Select tab button labeled “User Profile”
Create Tab for API Testing
- New Tab Name:
API Responses - Create and switch to new tab
Best Practices
Tab Naming Strategy
- Use descriptive, meaningful names for easy identification
- Keep names concise but clear (e.g., “Login”, “Dashboard”, “Checkout”)
- Consider the test flow when naming tabs
- Use consistent naming conventions across your test folder
Tab Organization
- Create tabs as needed throughout your test flow
- Switch to appropriate tabs before performing related actions
- Use tab names that reflect the page content or purpose
- Consider tab cleanup for long test scenarios
Multi-Tab Workflows
- Plan tab usage for complex multi-page scenarios
- Switch tabs before performing actions on specific pages
- Use meaningful tab names to maintain context
- Consider the order of tab creation and switching
Common Issues
Tab Management
- Ensure tab names are unique and descriptive
- Remember to switch to the correct tab before performing actions
- Handle cases where tabs may close unexpectedly
Browser Behavior
- Some browsers may limit the number of tabs
- Tab creation may be blocked by popup blockers in some environments
- Consider browser-specific tab handling differences
Test Organization
- Keep track of which content is in which tab
- Plan tab switching as part of your test flow
- Consider performance impact of multiple open tabs
Use Cases
Multi-Page User Flows
- Login in one tab, application in another
- Compare content across different pages
- Test functionality that opens new tabs/windows
Cross-Reference Testing
- Compare data between different sections
- Verify consistency across multiple pages
- Test inter-page communication or state
Parallel Workflows
- Set up different user scenarios in separate tabs
- Test multiple user roles simultaneously
- Organize complex test scenarios by tab
External Resource Testing
- Open external links in new tabs
- Test integrations with third-party services
- Verify links and external navigation
Tab Lifecycle
Creating Tabs
- New tabs start with a blank page
- Use Navigate step after creating a tab to load content
- Tab names can be edited after creation
Switching Tabs
- Click the tab button to switch context
- All subsequent steps execute in the selected tab
- Browser focus moves to the selected tab
Tab Persistence
- Tabs remain available throughout the test session
- Content and state are preserved when switching between tabs
- Tabs are automatically managed by the test runner