From: "Jonas Pfenniger (zimbatm)" <jonas@...>
Date: 2011-01-13T07:59:45+09:00
Subject: Re: Ruby/Watir Beginner - Need Help With Finding Page Element Based on Unique ID

Hi micako,

I don't know watir, but I would add a class to the element, so that
you can find it either by it's type (class) or unique id.

2011/1/10 micako <micako@gmail.com>:
>
> I am new to Ruby and am attempting to automate some tests. I have come
> across a scenario for which I cannot find a solution. I am hoping
> someone here can assist me.
>
> I am trying to write a test that will create a new field and then
> delete it.
>
> When creating the field, you give it a name (which does not have to be
> unique - possibly irrelevant as I plan to give it a unique name with
> each run). Upon submitting the form, a unique id is assigned to that
> field. The field then has options on it, including 'delete'.
>
> The field name itself is merely a label and cannot be interacted with.
> There are several other fields that already exist on that page which I
> do not want to delete.
>
> The option links (delete, edit, etc) are associated to the unique ID.
>
> How do I find out what the unique ID is in order to locate the correct
> 'delete' link on the page?
>
>
>