Use Chrome DevTools to copy the XPath directly by right-clicking the desired element and selecting "Copy" > "Copy XPath".
Install a reliable XPath Chrome extension like 'XPath Helper' or 'ChroPath' to simplify XPath extraction and ensure accuracy.
Manually construct and customize your XPath by analyzing the HTML structure and using specific attributes to create a more robust and less brittle XPath.
Always test your XPath in the Chrome console using $x('your-xpath-here') to verify it accurately selects the intended elements.
Ensure your XPath is not overly specific to avoid breakage when the webpage structure changes slightly.
Avoid using absolute XPaths as they are fragile; instead, opt for relative XPaths that are more resilient to changes in the page layout.
Use contains(), starts-with(), or ends-with() functions in your XPath to match elements dynamically based on partial attribute values.
Regularly update and review your XPaths to adapt to ongoing changes in the website's HTML structure.
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