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https://github.com/lambdatest/lt-appium-python-robot

Run Robot and Appium scripts on LambdaTest automation cloud. A sample repo to help you run Robot framework based test scripts in parallel with LambdaTest
https://github.com/lambdatest/lt-appium-python-robot

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Run Robot and Appium scripts on LambdaTest automation cloud. A sample repo to help you run Robot framework based test scripts in parallel with LambdaTest

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*Robot Framework is a flexible, open-source test automation tool that can be used for acceptance testing and acceptance test-driven development. It's a keyword-driven testing framework that uses tabular test data syntax.  Perform [JUnit test on LambdaTest's online cloud](https://www.lambdatest.com/appium-mobile-testing?utm_source=github&utm_medium=repo&utm_campaign=LT-appium-python-robot).*



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## Table of Contents



* [Pre-requisites](#pre-requisites)

* [Run Your First Test](#run-your-first-test)

* [Executing The Tests](#executing-the-tests)



## Pre-requisites



Before you can start performing App automation testing with Appium, you would need to follow these steps:



- Install the latest stable Python build from the [official website](https://www.python.org/downloads/).

- Make sure **pip** is installed in your system. You can install **pip** from [here](https://pip.pypa.io/en/stable/installation/).



### Clone The Sample Project



Clone the LambdaTest’s :link: [LT-appium-python-robot](https://github.com/LambdaTest/LT-appium-python-robot) repository and navigate to the code directory as shown below:



```bash

git clone https://github.com/LambdaTest/LT-appium-python-robot

cd LT-appium-python-robot

```



### Setting Up Your Authentication



Make sure you have your LambdaTest credentials with you to run test automation scripts on LambdaTest. To obtain your access credentials, [purchase a plan](https://billing.lambdatest.com/billing/plans?utm_source=github&utm_medium=repo&utm_campaign=LT-appium-python-robot) or access the [Automation Dashboard](https://appautomation.lambdatest.com/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=repo&utm_campaign=LT-appium-python-robot).



Replace LambdaTest `username` and `accesskey` in the `common.robot` file as mentioned below:



```bash title="common.robot"

*** Settings ***

Library  AppiumLibrary



*** Variables ***

// highlight-start

${username}         username

${accesskey}        accesskey

// highlight-end

${REMOTE_URL}       https://${username}:${accesskey}@mobile-hub.lambdatest.com/wd/hub

${TIMEOUT}          3000



*** Keywords ***

Open test app

    Open Application  ${REMOTE_URL}  platformName=${platform}  platformVersion=${version}  deviceName=${deviceName}  visual=${visual}  network=${network}  isRealMobile=${isRealMobile}   app=${app}   name=Robot Framework Sample Test    build=Appium Python Robot



Close test app

    Close Application

```



### Upload Your Application



Upload your **_iOS_** application (.ipa file) or **_android_** application (.apk file) to the LambdaTest servers using our **REST API**. You need to provide your **Username** and **AccessKey** in the format `Username:AccessKey` in the **cURL** command for authentication. Make sure to add the path of the **appFile** in the cURL request. Here is an example cURL request to upload your app using our REST API:



**Using App File:**



**For Linux/macOS:**



```js

curl -u "YOUR_LAMBDATEST_USERNAME:YOUR_LAMBDATEST_ACCESS_KEY" \

--location --request POST 'https://manual-api.lambdatest.com/app/upload/realDevice' \

--form 'name="Android_App"' \

--form 'appFile=@"/Users/macuser/Downloads/proverbial_android.apk"' 

```



**For Windows:**



```js

curl -u "YOUR_LAMBDATEST_USERNAME:YOUR_LAMBDATEST_ACCESS_KEY" -X POST "https://manual-api.lambdatest.com/app/upload/realDevice" -F "appFile=@"/Users/macuser/Downloads/proverbial_android.apk""

```



**Using App URL:**



**For Linux/macOS:**



```js

curl -u "YOUR_LAMBDATEST_USERNAME:YOUR_LAMBDATEST_ACCESS_KEY" \

--location --request POST 'https://manual-api.lambdatest.com/app/upload/realDevice' \

--form 'name="Android_App"' \

--form 'url="https://prod-mobile-artefacts.lambdatest.com/assets/docs/proverbial_android.apk"'

```



**For Windows:**



```js

curl -u "YOUR_LAMBDATEST_USERNAME:YOUR_LAMBDATEST_ACCESS_KEY" -X POST "https://manual-api.lambdatest.com/app/upload/realDevice" -d "{"url":"https://prod-mobile-artefacts.lambdatest.com/assets/docs/proverbial_android.apk","name":"sample.apk"}"

```



**Tip:**



- If you do not have any **.apk** or **.ipa** file, you can run your sample tests on LambdaTest by using our sample :link: [Android app](https://prod-mobile-artefacts.lambdatest.com/assets/docs/proverbial_android.apk) or sample :link: [iOS app](https://prod-mobile-artefacts.lambdatest.com/assets/docs/proverbial_ios.ipa).

- Response of above cURL will be a **JSON** object containing the `App URL` of the format -  and will be used in the next step.



## Run Your First Test



Once you are done with the above-mentioned steps, you can initiate your first Robot test on LambdaTest.



**Test Scenario:** Check out [Android.robot](https://github.com/LambdaTest/LT-appium-python-robot/blob/master/Tests/Android.robot) file to view the sample test script for android and [iOS.java](https://github.com/LambdaTest/LT-appium-python-robot/blob/master/Tests/IOS.robot) for iOS.



### Configuring Your Test Capabilities



You need to update your capabilities in `Makefile` files. In this sample project, we have provided the examples for running tests on both **Android** and **iOS** apps. We are passing platform name, platform version, device name and app url (generated earlier) along with other capabilities like build name and test name via capabilities object. The capabilities object in the sample code for a single test are defined as:



```bash title="Makefile"

test_Android1:

	robot --variable version:10 --variable platform:Android --variable deviceName:"Galaxy S20" --variable isRealMobile:true --variable visual:true --variable network:false --variable console:false --variable app:"lt://" Tests/Android.robot



test_iOS1:

	robot --variable version:14 --variable platform:iOS --variable deviceName:"iPhone 11" --variable isRealMobile:true --variable visual:true --variable network:false --variable console:false --variable app:"lt://" Tests/IOS.robot

```



**Info Note:**



- You must add the generated **APP_URL** to the `"app"` capability in the config file.

- You can generate capabilities for your test requirements with the help of our inbuilt :link: **[Capabilities Generator tool](https://www.lambdatest.com/capabilities-generator/beta/index.html?utm_source=github&utm_medium=repo&utm_campaign=LT-appium-python-robot)**. A more Detailed Capability Guide is available [here :page_facing_up:](https://www.lambdatest.com/support/docs/desired-capabilities-in-appium/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=repo&utm_campaign=LT-appium-python-robot) .



## Executing The Tests



Run the following command in the directory to install the relevant dependencies.



```bash

pip install -r requirements.txt

```



Execute the following command to run your test on LambdaTest platform:



```bash

make test_ios1

```



```bash

make test_Android1

```



**Info:** Your test results would be displayed on the test console (or command-line interface if you are using terminal/cmd) and on the :link: [LambdaTest App Automation Dashboard](https://appautomation.lambdatest.com/build?utm_source=github&utm_medium=repo&utm_campaign=LT-appium-python-robot).



## Additional Links



- [Advanced Configuration for Capabilities](https://www.lambdatest.com/support/docs/desired-capabilities-in-appium/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=repo&utm_campaign=LT-appium-python-robot)

- [How to test locally hosted apps](https://www.lambdatest.com/support/docs/testing-locally-hosted-pages/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=repo&utm_campaign=LT-appium-python-robot)

- [How to integrate LambdaTest with CI/CD](https://www.lambdatest.com/support/docs/integrations-with-ci-cd-tools/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=repo&utm_campaign=LT-appium-python-robot)



## Documentation & Resources :books:

      

Visit the following links to learn more about LambdaTest's features, setup and tutorials around test automation, mobile app testing, responsive testing, and manual testing.



* [LambdaTest Documentation](https://www.lambdatest.com/support/docs/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=repo&utm_campaign=LT-appium-python-robot)

* [LambdaTest Blog](https://www.lambdatest.com/blog/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=repo&utm_campaign=LT-appium-python-robot)

* [LambdaTest Learning Hub](https://www.lambdatest.com/learning-hub/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=repo&utm_campaign=LT-appium-python-robot)    



## LambdaTest Community :busts_in_silhouette:



The [LambdaTest Community](https://community.lambdatest.com/?utm_source=github&utm_medium=repo&utm_campaign=LT-appium-python-robot) allows people to interact with tech enthusiasts. Connect, ask questions, and learn from tech-savvy people. Discuss best practises in web development, testing, and DevOps with professionals from across the globe 🌎



## What's New At LambdaTest ❓



To stay updated with the latest features and product add-ons, visit [Changelog](https://changelog.lambdatest.com/) 

      

## About LambdaTest



[LambdaTest](https://www.lambdatest.com?utm_source=github&utm_medium=repo&utm_campaign=LT-appium-python-robot) is a leading test execution and orchestration platform that is fast, reliable, scalable, and secure. It allows users to run both manual and automated testing of web and mobile apps across 3000+ different browsers, operating systems, and real device combinations. Using LambdaTest, businesses can ensure quicker developer feedback and hence achieve faster go to market. Over 500 enterprises and 1 Million + users across 130+ countries rely on LambdaTest for their testing needs.    



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* Automated Screenshot testing across multiple browsers in a single click.

* Local testing of web and mobile apps.

* Online Accessibility Testing across 3000+ desktop and mobile browsers, browser versions, and operating systems.

* Geolocation testing of web and mobile apps across 53+ countries.

* LT Browser - for responsive testing across 50+ pre-installed mobile, tablets, desktop, and laptop viewports

    

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## We are here to help you :headphones:



* Got a query? we are available 24x7 to help. [Contact Us](mailto:[email protected])

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