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Category: Browser Automation · Tier: Free
Type text character by character using keyboard events. Unlike fill, this fires keydown/keypress/keyup for each character. Use for inputs that need real keyboard events (autocomplete, search-as-you-type, games).
Parameters
| Parameter | Type | Required | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| text | string | Yes | — | Text to type |
| delay | number | No | 50 | Delay between keystrokes in ms |
| _browserToken | string | No | — | Browser session token |
When to Use type_text vs fill
fill-- Sets the value instantly. Fast. Works for most forms. No per-keystroke events.type_text-- Types character by character. Fires all keyboard events. Required for autocomplete, search suggestions, live validation, games.
Example
Type "react hooks" into the search bar to trigger autocomplete suggestions
Related
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