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How can we install the Selenium library for Python?

Written by QASource Engineering Team | Jan 15, 2024 5:00:00 PM

To install the Selenium library in Python, follow these steps:

  • Ensure Python is Installed: First, ensure you have Python installed on your Windows machine. If not, download and install the latest version from the official Python website: https://www.python.org/downloads/

  • Open Python IDLE: Access the Python IDLE (Integrated Development and Learning Environment), the default editor with Python.

  • Install Selenium: In the Python IDLE shell, enter the following command to install the latest version of Selenium:

    python -m pip install -U selenium

  • Verify Installation: After installation, you can verify the version of Selenium installed by executing:

    python -c 'import selenium; print(selenium.__version__)'

    Additionally, you can view a list of all installed Python packages and their versions using:

    pip list

This list will include Selenium along with its version number.

By following these steps, you'll successfully install the Selenium library for Python on your Windows machine.