Copy Image into Browser

This action copies an image from an attachment file path or a variable into the browser's clipboard for pasting using Ctrl+V (Windows/Linux) or Cmd+V (macOS) via keystroke simulation. Only PNG and SVG formats are supported in Chromium-based browsers.

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Purpose

This action is typically used in test automation scenarios where an image needs to be inserted into a rich-text editor, form field or chat box inside a web browser that supports direct image pasting.

Table: Input Parameters for Copy Image into Browser Action

Parameter	Type	Value
image file	input parameter	attachment image name (e.g., %|image.png|%)
image variable	input parameter	Name of a variable storing the image path (e.g., %|image_var|%)

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Action Behavior

• Reads the image from the specified path or variable.
• Encodes the image in Base64 format and writes it to the clipboard using JavaScript or the Chrome DevTools Protocol (CDP).
• Paste the image manually after execution using Ctrl+V (Windows/Linux) or Cmd+V (macOS).

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Examples

Example 1: Direct File Name from Attachment

Parameter	Type	Value
image file	input parameter	%|image.png|%
copy image into browser	selenium action	copy image into browser

Example 2: Variable-Based Path

Parameter	Type	Value
image variable	input parameter	%|image_var|%
copy image into browser	selenium action	copy image into browser

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System and File Requirements

1. Valid Path: The image must exist at the specified file path or attachment location.
2. Supported Formats:
   • .png → MIME type: image/png
   • .svg → MIME type: image/svg+xml
3. Browser Context: Must be executed in a Chromium-based browser (e.g., Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge).

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Error Handling

• Fails If:
  • The image path does not exist.
  • Unsupported file format (not PNG or SVG).
  • The clipboard write operation fails.
• Logs detailed error messages for troubleshooting.

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