Typing text (send_keys) in Selenium Python - Cheat Sheet & Quick Revision

Recall & Review

beginner

What does the send_keys() method do in Selenium?

The send_keys() method types text into an input field or element on a web page, simulating keyboard input.

beginner

How do you locate an input field and type 'hello' using Selenium in Python?

Use a locator like <code>find_element</code> to get the input field, then call <code>send_keys('hello')</code> on it. Example:<br><pre>from selenium.webdriver.common.by import By
element = driver.find_element(By.ID, 'input-id')
element.send_keys('hello')</pre>

intermediate

Why is it important to clear an input field before using send_keys()?

Clearing ensures no old text remains, so the new text is typed fresh. Use element.clear() before send_keys() to avoid mixing old and new text.

intermediate

Can send_keys() be used to send special keys like Enter or Tab?

Yes, Selenium provides special keys via selenium.webdriver.common.keys.Keys. For example, send_keys(Keys.ENTER) simulates pressing Enter.

beginner

What happens if you use send_keys() on a non-input element?

Usually, nothing happens or an error may occur because send_keys() works on elements that accept text input, like text boxes or text areas.

Which Selenium method types text into an input field?

A get_text()

B send_keys()

C click()

D clear()

send_keys() types text into input fields.

Before typing new text with send_keys(), what should you do to avoid old text mixing?

A Use clear() method

B Use click() method

C Use get_text() method

D Use refresh() method

Use clear() to remove old text before typing new text.

How do you send the Enter key using send_keys()?

A send_keys(Keys.ENTER)

B send_keys('Enter')

C send_keys('\n')

D send_keys('Return')

Special keys like Enter are sent using Keys.ENTER.

What will happen if you use send_keys() on a button element?

A Page will refresh

B Button will be clicked

C Text will be typed on button

D Usually no effect or error

send_keys() works on input fields, not buttons.

Which locator strategy is commonly used before calling send_keys()?

A get_text()

B click()

C find_element(By.ID, 'id')

D switch_to.frame()

You locate the element first, e.g., by ID, before typing.

Explain how to type text into a web page input field using Selenium's send_keys() method.

Think about finding the input box and then typing text into it.

Describe how to send special keys like Enter or Tab using Selenium's send_keys().

Special keys are not normal characters; Selenium has a special way to send them.