ChromeDriver is a standalone server that acts as a bridge between Selenium WebDriver and the Chrome browser. It facilitates communication between Selenium scripts written in various programming languages and the Chrome browser. This allows developers to automate browser interactions seamlessly, on both Desktop and Mobile devices.
ChromeDriver operates by implementing the WebDriver protocol, which defines a standard interface for browser automation. It translates commands from Selenium WebDriver into actions performed by the Chrome browser, such as navigating to URLs, clicking elements, filling out forms and anything else a user would do with their browser.
Cross-Platform Compatibility
ChromeDriver is compatible with multiple operating systems, including Windows, macOS and Linux. It also allows you to automate Chrome on Android devices and emulators.
Synchronization with Chrome Releases
ChromeDriver is regularly updated to align with new releases of the Chrome browser. This ensures compatibility and stability between ChromeDriver and Chrome, allowing developers to leverage the latest browser features and improvements.
With Chrome for Testing, you can easily download a Chromedriver that will automate a specific Chrome or Chrome for Testing browser.
Rich API for Browser Control
ChromeDriver exposes a comprehensive API that allows developers to control various aspects of browser behavior, including managing windows and tabs, handling cookies, executing JavaScript, and much more.
TestingBot will automatically use the Chromedriver version that matches the Chrome version you are testing. You can still specify a custom Chromedriver version.
