Unable to launch the browser using the 'Open Browser' activity

The Open Browser activity in RPA Studio is used to initiate and automate interactions with a web browser. Open browser is powered by Selenium WebDriver, ensuring reliable and scalable browser automation.

Best Practice

Always provide a URL in the Open Browser activity to ensure consistent execution, easier debugging, and better maintainability.

Required

  • Always provide a valid and complete URL at design time or pass the url as a parameter at runtime. For example, https://example.com
  • The URL property must not be left blank

Avoid

  • Leaving the URL property empty.
  • Relying on the default behavior of the browser. For example, launching a blank page or home page.

Why this matters

  • Reliability: Specifying the URL ensures predictable and error-free browser launches during automation.
  • Debugging: Simplifies troubleshooting when flows fail or behave unexpectedly.
  • Maintainability: Enhances clarity when reviewing or updating automation logic.
  • Performance: Prevents unnecessary browser sessions without a defined navigation target.