Overview
This node, named "Playwright Type Text Tool," is designed to type text into an input element within a browser session controlled by Playwright. It is useful in automation workflows where you need to programmatically enter text into web forms or input fields during browser automation tasks.
Common scenarios include:
- Automating form filling on websites.
- Testing web applications by simulating user input.
- Data entry automation where text needs to be typed into specific elements on a page.
For example, you might use this node to type a username or password into a login form as part of an automated login process.
Properties
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Session ID | ID of the browser session to use |
The node requires the "Session ID" property to identify which active browser session it should interact with.
Output
The node outputs JSON data indicating the success or failure of the typing action. The output JSON structure includes:
success: A boolean indicating whether the text was successfully typed.message: A string message describing the result, e.g., "Successfully typed text into element".
Example output JSON:
{
"success": true,
"message": "Successfully typed text into element"
}
If the operation fails, the node throws an error with a descriptive message.
Dependencies
- Requires an active Playwright browser session identified by the provided Session ID.
- Needs an API key credential for authenticating with the Playwright service (referred generically as "an API key credential").
- Depends on internal Playwright operations to perform the typing action.
Troubleshooting
Common issues:
- Invalid or expired Session ID: Ensure the session ID corresponds to an active and valid Playwright browser session.
- Selector errors: The node expects a valid CSS selector to identify the input element. Incorrect selectors will cause failures.
- Authentication failures: Verify that the API key credential is correctly configured and has necessary permissions.
Error messages:
"Failed to type text: <error message>"indicates that the node could not complete the typing action. Check the selector validity, session status, and network connectivity.
To resolve errors:
- Confirm the browser session is active and accessible.
- Validate the CSS selector used for the input element.
- Ensure the API key credential is properly set up and authorized.