Identifying Objects with Text using XPATH Locators

The video tutorial explains how to identify web elements using text-based Xpath, even without access to the code. It covers writing Xpath with visible text, using the star symbol for any tag, and handling text gaps. The tutorial also discusses the limitations of relying solely on text-based Xpath and compares it with CSS selectors. It concludes with interview preparation tips and encourages practice with additional resources.

What is a key advantage of using text-based XPath when code is not available?

• It allows for dynamic element identification.

• It requires knowledge of tag names.

• It can be used without access to the code.

• It is the only method for identifying elements.

When writing an XPath using visible text, what should you consider if there are gaps in the text?

• Ignore the gaps as they are irrelevant.

• Include the gaps in the XPath expression.

• Gaps are automatically handled by XPath.

• Use a wildcard to replace the gaps.

Why is it not advisable to always rely on text-based XPath?

• Text-based XPath is the most reliable method.

• Text-based XPath can be considered hardcoded and may change.

• Text-based XPath is faster than other methods.

• Text-based XPath requires dynamic attributes.

What is a potential issue with using text-based XPath in coding standards?

• It requires knowledge of CSS.

• It is always preferred over other methods.

• It is considered a hardcoded approach.

• It is the most dynamic method available.

What is a key difference between XPath and CSS selectors?

• Both XPath and CSS can traverse back to parent elements.

• CSS can traverse back to parent elements, XPath cannot.

• Neither XPath nor CSS can traverse back to parent elements.

• XPath can traverse back to parent elements, CSS cannot.

Which XPath technique is generally preferred, relative or absolute?

• Neither is preferred over the other.

• Both are equally preferred.

• Relative XPath is generally preferred.

• Absolute XPath is always preferred.

What should you do if you want more practice with XPath and CSS selectors?

• Ignore practice and focus on theory.

• Only practice with absolute XPath.

• Rely solely on text-based XPath.

• Seek out exercises and cheat sheets for practice.