Resolving iOS Execution Failures - Write and Press Steps Using the setValue Extension

Article Overview:

This article will cover how you can achieve the following:

• Resolve iOS execution errors caused by Write, Press, and Press with Default Return steps.
• Use the setValue extension to interact with input fields and trigger page reactivity effectively
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Problem Statement:

During iOS executions, the error "Error communicating with the remote browser. It may have died" often occurs due to failures in Write, Press, and Press with Default Return steps. These issues commonly arise when input fields are not updating as expected, especially when using cross-browser devices.

Solution:

Use the setValue Extension:

When the traditional NLP commands fails to write or update a text fields here we can use the setValue extension allows you to directly set the value of an input field, ensuring the field updates correctly and triggers any associated page reactivity.

Example Usage:

Store element details of input "someone@example.com" in $text
setValue($text, $advisor_username) returning $result

When to Use the setValue Extension:

• Fields that do not update as expected when using NLP commands like Write.
• Cases where pressing submit buttons remains disabled after updating an input field.
• Cross-browser execution issues, especially on iOS devices, where traditional commands fail.

Notes:

• Refer to the Virtuoso Documentation for setValue (Link).
• This method ensures compatibility with iOS executions and improves journey stability.