How to Perform Visual Testing Using Selenium: A Detailed Guide

Visual testing is an essential part of UI validation, ensuring that web applications appear and function as intended across different browsers, devices, and screen resolutions. While Selenium is primarily used for functional testing, it can also be leveraged for visual regression testing with the help of additional tools and libraries. In this blog, we’ll explore how to perform visual testing using Selenium, covering key concepts, tools, and step-by-step implementation. Table of Contents What is Visual Testing? Why Use Selenium for Visual Testing? Tools for Visual Testing with Selenium Step-by-Step Guide to Perform Visual Testing Prerequisites Setting Up Selenium WebDriver Capturing Screenshots Comparing Screenshots Generating Test Reports General Steps to Perform Visual Testing Best Practices for Visual Testing Conclusion 1. What is Visual Testing? Visual testing (or visual regression testing) compares screenshots of a web application’s UI against baseline images to detect unintended ...