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Press

The Press step simulates a keyboard key press, optionally combined with modifier keys, to replicate keyboard-based interactions in the browser.

Snappit Press Step​

🎯 Purpose​

This step allows Snappit to programmatically trigger keyboard shortcuts or simulate keyboard navigation, enabling automation of interactions that depend on key presses.

🧭 Behavior​

  • Locates the target element using the provided target (if specified)
  • Focuses the target element if available
  • Simulates a keyboard event using the specified key
  • Applies optional modifier keys such as Control, Shift, Alt, or Meta
  • Dispatches keydown, keypress, and keyup events in sequence
  • Proceeds to the next step after the press simulation is complete

✅ Use Cases​

  • Triggering form submission with Enter
  • Activating keyboard shortcuts like Control + Enter
  • Navigating through UI elements using Arrow keys
  • Simulating Escape or Tab to close modals or shift focus

By using the Press step, Snappit enables precise keyboard-driven automation for workflows where mouse input is not enough or keyboard shortcuts are more efficient.