Cypress - Assertions
Which of the following is the correct Cypress syntax to assert that an element with class
.popup does NOT exist in the DOM?Which of the following is the correct Cypress syntax to assert that an element with class .popup does NOT exist in the DOM?
easy📝 assertion Q3 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Understand the assertion goal
We want to check that the element with class 'popup' does not exist in the DOM at all.Step 2: Select the correct assertion syntax
The assertionshould('not.exist')checks for absence in the DOM. Other options check visibility or text, which do not confirm non-existence.Final Answer:
cy.get('.popup').should('not.exist') -> Option CQuick Check:
Use 'not.exist' to check element absence = A [OK]
Quick Trick: Use 'not.exist' to assert element is missing from DOM [OK]
Common Mistakes:
- Using 'not.visible' which is invalid syntax
- Confusing visibility with existence
- Using 'not.have.text' which checks content, not existence
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