What are some examples of UI testing in Xamarin?

What are some examples of UI testing in Xamarin?

Xamarin UI testing can be done using tools like Xamarin.UITest. For example, you can automate tests for user interactions like button clicks or text input.

Can you show me a sample code for a UI test?

Sure! Here's a simple example:

using Xamarin.UITest;

public class AppTests
{
    IApp app;
    Platform platform;

    [SetUp]
    public void BeforeEachTest()
    {
        app = ConfigureApp.Android.StartApp();
    }

    [Test]
    public void TestButtonClick()
    {
        app.Tap(x => x.Marked("myButton"));
        AppResult[] results = app.Query(x => x.Marked("resultLabel"));
        Assert.AreEqual("Button Clicked!", results[0].Text);
    }
}

This test taps a button and checks if the label updates correctly.

What tools do I need to set this up?

You'll need Visual Studio with Xamarin installed, and the Xamarin.UITest NuGet package for your testing project.

Are there any best practices for UI testing in Xamarin?

Yes, some best practices include keeping tests independent, using page object models, and running tests on real devices for better accuracy.