BlinqIO Documentation

Use Parameters in Recorder ​

The Recorder automatically detects test data in your steps and parameterizes them. Use the expand button to open the BlinqIO Editor and view the test parameters.

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You can easily update a parameter’s name or value, and the test will automatically reflect the changes.

Updating Parameter Name ​

Changing a parameter name automatically updates all steps where the parameter is used.

updateParamName

Updating Parameter Value ​

You can modify the parameter value to use the new value in your tests.

ChangeParamValue

Adding New Parameters ​

To add new parameters and use them in recorded test steps:

  1. In the Examples section, click the plus (+) button to add a new parameter. Enter a name and value for the new parameter.

    AddNewParam

  2. Hover over the relevant step name and click edit. Update the parameter name under "<param_name>" to the new value.

    Note

    Ensure you don't alter the parameter syntax while updating the parameter name.

    UpdateParam

  3. Pause the recording and run the scenario to verify the test runs successfully.

    RunScenario 2

Deleting Parameters ​

Click the delete button next to a parameter to remove it. However, you cannot delete a parameter that is currently being used in a step.

deleteParams

NOTE

Don't forget to Publish your scenario after finalizing all your steps.