IntelliJ Plugin
Professional web testing automation with seamless IntelliJ integration
IntelliJ Integration Features
Project Integration
Seamlessly integrate with IntelliJ projects. Export files are automatically created in your project structure with proper organization.
- Automatic File Creation
Files created directly in project directories
- Project Context Awareness
Understands your project structure and dependencies
- Workspace Integration
Export to element-maps/ and framework-maps/ folders
Dependency Management
Automated installation and management of Playwright and browser dependencies through IntelliJ actions and progress indicators.
- One-Click Playwright Install
Tools → Element Insight: Install Playwright
- Browser Auto-Installation
Tools → Element Insight: Install Browsers
- Progress Tracking
IntelliJ-native progress indicators and dialogs
Tool Window Interface
Dedicated Element Insight tool window that integrates seamlessly with IntelliJ's interface and follows IntelliJ design patterns.
- Dedicated Tool Window
Tools → Element Insight: Open Element Insight
- IntelliJ UI Patterns
Follows IntelliJ design guidelines and conventions
- Persistent State
Maintains scan results and settings across sessions
Professional Shortcuts
Professional-grade keyboard shortcuts designed for IntelliJ power users, following IntelliJ shortcut conventions and patterns.
- Ctrl+Alt+E
Open Element Insight tool window
- Ctrl+Alt+S
Quick scan with default settings
- Ctrl+Alt+X
Export last scan result
Core Features (Same as VS Code Extension)
Element Scanning
Advanced web page scanning with Playwright integration, intelligent element detection, and smart tag filtering.
Learn Element ScanningFramework Export
Generate production-ready code for Playwright, Selenium, and Cypress in multiple programming languages.
Learn Export OptionsPrivacy & Security
Local-only processing with no telemetry, SHA-256 binary verification, and enterprise-grade security features.
Learn Tag SelectionInstallation & Setup
Quick Installation Guide
- 1. Install Plugin
Download from JetBrains marketplace and install via IntelliJ Plugin Manager
- 2. Install Playwright
Use Tools → Element Insight: Install Playwright
- 3. Install Browsers
Use Tools → Element Insight: Install Browsers
- 4. Open Tool Window
Use Tools → Element Insight: Open Element Insight or Ctrl+Alt+E
Framework Support
Playwright
Generate modern async/await code for JavaScript, Python, C#, and Java.
Selenium
Generate code for Java, C#, Python, and JavaScript with FindBy and By strategies.
Cypress
Generate JavaScript code with Cypress-specific commands and syntax.
VS Code vs IntelliJ: What's Different?
Installation & Distribution
VS Code Extension
- VS Code Marketplace
Install via Extensions panel
- Extension Panel
Integrated in VS Code sidebar
- Command Palette
Ctrl+Shift+P for all commands
IntelliJ Plugin
- JetBrains Marketplace
Install via Plugin Manager
- Tool Window
Dedicated Element Insight tool window
- Tools Menu
Tools → Element Insight actions
Project Integration
VS Code Extension
- Workspace Export
Files saved to workspace root
- Manual Organization
User organizes exported files
IntelliJ Plugin
- Project Integration
Files created in project structure
- Automatic Organization
element-maps/ and framework-maps/ folders
Dependency Management
VS Code Extension
- Command Palette
Element Insight: Install Playwright
- Terminal Integration
Uses integrated terminal for installation
IntelliJ Plugin
- Tools Menu
Tools → Element Insight: Install Playwright
- Progress Indicators
IntelliJ-native progress tracking
Next Steps
Installation Guide
Follow the detailed installation guide to get started with Element Insight in IntelliJ.
Installation GuideVS Code Extension
Prefer VS Code? Check out our VS Code extension with identical functionality.
VS Code Extension