How can I create page actions in the report and use them to check dynamic content such as application routes or logins?

With page actions in the Eye‑Able® Report, you can automate specific interactions on your website—such as closing a cookie banner, completing an application flow, or logging into protected areas. This feature is especially useful when content is only visible after certain user actions and would otherwise not be included in a standard automated scan.

What are page actions?

Page actions are predefined steps that the Report executes before or after an automated test run. They allow you to control dynamic content deliberately and include it in the accessibility assessment. Examples of page actions include:

• Logging into a password-protected page

• Filling out a form

• Clicking specific buttons (e.g. “Next”, “Submit”)

• Closing a cookie banner

• Navigating through multi-step application processes

How to create a page action in the dashboard

1. Navigate to the dashboard
   Open your Eye‑Able® dashboard and go to “Report settings.”

2. Add a new action
   In the “Page actions” section, click “Add new action.”

   

3. Define the target page
   Enter the URL or a regular expression for the pages where the action should be executed.

4. Choose the execution timing

   • Before the Report: e.g., for logging in

   • After the Report: e.g., for removing a cookie banner

     

5. Define the action steps, such as:

   • Clicking an element (e.g., login button or banner close)

   • Entering text into form fields

   • Adding wait times to account for dynamic loading

6. Use CSS selectors
   Provide the appropriate CSS selector for click or input actions.
   Example: #CookieBannerAlleZulassen for an “Accept all” button.

   
   
   

Tip: Use the Action Recorder

It’s even easier to create page actions using the Click-Action Recorder, which records interactions directly in your browser. Simply click on the desired elements, and the system automatically captures the necessary selectors—no manual input needed.
Find a detailed guide to the recorder in the provided PDF document.

Conclusion

Page actions in the Eye‑Able® Report let you reliably test dynamic or interactive content for accessibility. Whether it's cookie banners, login flows, or multi-step forms, targeted interactions ensure that no accessibility barriers are overlooked.

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