Error: “The element is visible on the page”
Code: element-visible
This error suggests that an element is visible on the page when it should not be. This can indicate issues with the page state, unexpected behavior, or incorrect test expectations.
Troubleshooting Steps:
- Verify Test Expectations
- Expected Visibility: Ensure that your test is correctly set up to expect the element to be invisible or absent. Double-check the test script to confirm that the element should not be visible at the specified point in the test.
- Element Selection: Make sure that the selector used in the test accurately targets the element in question. Verify that the selector is not too broad, potentially causing false positives.
- Check Page State
- Initial State: Ensure the web page is in the correct initial state before the test begins. Any pre-existing conditions that might lead to the element being visible should be accounted for.
- State Changes: Consider any user actions or state changes that might result in the element becoming visible. Ensure these actions are accurately represented in the test script.
- Review Conditional Visibility
- Dynamic Content: If the element’s visibility is controlled by dynamic content (e.g., AJAX requests), verify that the conditions for its visibility are correctly implemented and functioning.
- JavaScript Conditions: Check any JavaScript code that controls the visibility of the element to ensure it behaves as expected.
- Inspect for JavaScript Issues
- Console Errors: Check the browser’s console for any JavaScript errors that might be causing the element to appear unexpectedly.
- Script Execution: Ensure that all scripts are running correctly and there are no conflicts affecting the element’s visibility.
- Test Environment Consistency
- Environment Match: Ensure that the test environment mirrors the production environment as closely as possible. Differences in configurations or data can affect the visibility of elements.
- Data Consistency: Make sure that the data used in the test environment is consistent and reflective of real-world usage. Inconsistent data can lead to unexpected elements becoming visible on the page.
Additional Tips:
- Wait for Element Invisibility: Adjust the test script in Checkview.io to wait for the element to become invisible before proceeding.
- Robust Selectors: Use robust selectors that accurately target the element whose visibility you are verifying. Avoid overly generic selectors that might lead to incorrect element targeting.
- Debugging with Developer Tools: Use the browser’s developer tools to inspect the element and understand why it is visible. This can help identify issues with page state or JavaScript execution.
- Professional Help: If issues persist, consider consulting with a web development expert or a testing specialist for a thorough analysis and tailored solutions.