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Date Published
Author
Vipul Gupta
Word count
3581
Language
English
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None

Summary

In the context of automation testing with Selenium, the challenge of effectively managing multiple windows and tabs is highlighted, particularly when dealing with dynamic web content that frequently opens new windows. A common issue faced by testers is the NoSuchWindowException, which occurs when the WebDriver cannot find a window it needs to interact with, often due to invalid window handles or timing issues with window loading. The text outlines detailed methods to handle this exception, such as using explicit waits, validating window handles, and employing try-catch blocks to gracefully manage unexpected errors. Additionally, practical demonstrations using Selenium Java, TestNG, and Maven are provided to showcase how these solutions can be implemented to enhance the reliability of automated test scripts. The text emphasizes that by following best practices, such as keeping track of window handles and ensuring correct window focus, testers can mitigate the risk of encountering NoSuchWindowException, thereby improving the stability of their automation processes.