Deselect All

Purpose

This action is used to clear all selected entries in a dropdown list. It works only when the SELECT element supports multiple selections by having the attribute multiple="multiple. If the SELECT element does not support multiple selections, the action throws a NotImplementedError.

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Scenarios

Scenario 1

Title:

Clear all selected entries in a multi-select dropdown
Test case link: TEST-8020 Deselect All in Multi-Select Dropdown

Scenario Overview:

A user wants to clear all selected entries in a dropdown that supports multiple selections. This scenario demonstrates how to use the "Deselect All" action to clear all selected options.

Steps to Follow:

1. Open a webpage that contains a multi-select dropdown.
2. Identify the dropdown using attributes such as id or class.
3. Use the "Deselect All" action with the dropdown element's properties.
4. Verify that all selected entries in the dropdown are cleared.

Actions:

• Input parameters:
  • Element parameter: Provide the dropdown's attribute (e.g., id = multi-select-dropdown).
  • Selenium action: deselect all.

Expected Result:

• All selected entries in the dropdown are successfully cleared.

Common Errors and Fixes:

• Error: The dropdown does not support multiple selections.
  • Fix: Ensure that the SELECT element has the multiple="multiple" attribute.

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Scenario 2

Title:

Attempt to clear selections in a single-select dropdown
Test case link: TEST-8020 Deselect All in Single-Select Dropdown

Scenario Overview:

A user attempts to clear all selected entries in a single-select dropdown. This scenario demonstrates the behavior when the dropdown does not support multiple selections.

Steps to Follow:

1. Open a webpage that contains a single-select dropdown.
2. Identify the dropdown using attributes such as id or class.
3. Use the "Deselect All" action with the dropdown element's properties.
4. Verify that an appropriate error is thrown.

Actions:

• Input parameters:
  • Element parameter: Provide the dropdown's attribute (e.g., id = single-select-dropdown).
  • Selenium action: deselect all.

Expected Result:

• The action throws a NotImplementedError, indicating that the dropdown does not support multiple selections.

Common Errors and Fixes:

• Error: The action fails with a NotImplementedError.
  • Fix: Use the action only on SELECT elements that have the multiple="multiple" attribute.

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Test Cases

Test Case for Scenario 1

Objective:

Ensure that all selected entries in a multi-select dropdown are cleared successfully.

Steps to Perform:

1. Open a browser and navigate to a webpage containing a multi-select dropdown.
2. Use the action with inputs:
   • Element parameter: id = multi-select-dropdown.
   • Selenium action: deselect all
3. Verify that all selected entries in the dropdown are cleared.

Expected Outcome:

• The dropdown is successfully cleared of all selected entries.

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Test Case for Scenario 2

Objective:

Ensure that an appropriate error is thrown when attempting to use the action on a single-select dropdown.

Steps to Perform:

1. Open a browser and navigate to a webpage containing a single-select dropdown.
2. Use the action with inputs:
   • Element parameter: id = single-select-dropdown.
   • Selenium action: deselect all.
3. Verify that a NotImplementedError is thrown.

Expected Outcome:

• The action fails with a NotImplementedError, indicating that the dropdown does not support multiple selections.

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Additional Tips for this Action

• Ensure that the dropdown element supports multiple selections by checking for the multiple="multiple" attribute.
• Use unique identifiers such as id or class to locate the dropdown element accurately.
• Test the action across different browsers to confirm consistent behavior.

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Error Handling for Deselect All

Common Problems and Their Fixes:

1. Problem: The dropdown does not support multiple selections.
   Possible Cause: The SELECT element does not include the multiple="multiple" attribute.
   How to Fix: Use the action only on dropdowns that support multiple selections.

2. Problem: The element is not found.
   Possible Cause: The attribute is incorrect, or the element is not visible.
   How to Fix: Verify the element's properties and ensure that it is visible on the page.

3. Problem: The action fails unexpectedly.
   Possible Cause: Browser compatibility issues or dynamic changes on the webpage may be causing the problem.
   How to Fix: Test the action in different browsers and ensure that the dropdown's state remains stable.