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Right Click Action

Purpose​

This action is used to perform a right-click on an element by using its properties. The element to be clicked must be specified. Properties that can be used to locate the element include title, label, value and identifier. Once the element is identified, the action executes a right-click on it.

Scenarios​

Scenario 1​

Title​

Perform a right-click on a date in the Calendar application

Sample test case: TEST-8043 Perform a right-click on a date in the Calendar application

Scenario Overview​

A user needs to open a context menu by right-clicking on a date. This scenario demonstrates how to use the Right Click action to perform a right-click on an element identified by its title, label, value or identifier.

Steps to Follow​

  1. Open the Calendar application that contains a date.
  2. Identify the button using element properties such as title, label, value or identifier.
  3. Use the "Right Click" action with the identified property.
  4. Verify that the context menu appears.

Actions​

ParameterTypeValue
titleelement parameterTuesday, May 27
right clickappium actionright click

Expected Result​

  • The "Right Click" action triggers the context menu for the specified date.

Common Errors and Fixes​

  • Error: The context menu does not appear.
    • Fix: Ensure that the correct attribute (e.g., title or label) is provided and that the date is interactable.

Test Cases​

Test Case for Scenario 1​

Objective​

Ensure that the "Right Click" action is performed on a date identified by its title attribute.

Steps to Perform​

  1. Open the Calendar application and navigate to a date.
  2. Use the action with the following inputs:
    • Input parameters:
      • Element parameter: Provide the element's attribute (e.g., title = Tuesday, May 27).
      • Appium action: right click.
  3. Verify that the context menu appears.

Expected Outcome​

  • The context menu is successfully displayed for the selected date.

Additional Tips for this Action​

  • Use a unique parent or sibling element to narrow down the search scope when identifying duplicate elements.
  • Enable the allow hidden option to interact with hidden elements.
  • Test the action in multiple browsers to ensure compatibility.

Error Handling for Right Click​

Common Problems and Their Fixes​

  1. Problem: The element is not found.
    Possible Cause: The attribute is incorrect, or the element is outside the viewport.
    How to Fix:

    • Ensure the attribute matches the element.
    • Scroll to bring the element into view.

  2. Problem: The "Right Click" action fails.
    Possible Cause: The element is not interactable or is blocked by another element.
    How to Fix: Use the allow hidden or use JS option to force interaction.

  3. Problem: The context menu does not appear.
    Possible Cause: The "Right Click" action is not properly associated with the element.
    How to Fix: Verify that the element supports context menu interactions.