Element Not Interactable Exception in Selenium: How To Resolve?

Element Not Interactable Exception is a common issue encountered by developers using Selenium WebDriver for browser automation, particularly when working with Java. This exception occurs when an element is present in the DOM but cannot be interacted with, often due to visibility issues, the element being in a disabled state, or timing problems caused by dynamic web content. To address this exception, developers should inspect the element’s visibility and state and use explicit or implicit waits to ensure the element is interactable before performing actions. A Java code example is provided to illustrate handling this exception by waiting for an element to become clickable and then interacting with it, while also demonstrating error handling and session termination. The article suggests that testRigor, an alternative automation tool that does not rely on locators, can help QA professionals avoid such issues and focus on crafting robust tests with minimal maintenance, offering a free trial for interested users.