KrisuAI is an AI-powered web testing platform that revolutionizes test automation with intelligent element analysis, automated test generation, and comprehensive testing tools for Selenium and Playwright.

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KrisuAI provides intelligent element analysis, generates robust locators, exports ready-to-use test code, and reduces test maintenance overhead by up to 80%.

Is KrisuAI free to use?

Yes, our VS Code extension and IntelliJ plugin are completely free to download and use. We offer enterprise features for teams that need advanced capabilities.

What testing frameworks does KrisuAI support?

KrisuAI supports Selenium, Playwright, and other popular testing frameworks. Our tools generate code that works with your existing test infrastructure.

VS Code Extension Troubleshooting

Solutions to common issues and problems with Element Insight in VS Code

Before Troubleshooting

Most issues can be resolved by checking the extension output panel. Open it via View → Output → Element Insight to see detailed error messages and logs.

Get the Extension

Install Element Insight directly from the VS Code marketplace:

Quick Fixes

Extension Not Working

Common

Restart VS Code
Close and reopen VS Code completely
Check Extension Status
View → Extensions → Element Insight
Verify VS Code Version
Must be 1.97.0 or higher

Scan Issues

Performance

Check Internet Connection
Ensure stable connection for web scanning
Verify URL Format
Include http:// or https:// prefix
Select Specific Tags
Avoid scanning all elements for better performance

Common Issues & Solutions

Extension Not Appearing

The Element Insight icon doesn't appear in the Activity Bar.

Check Installation
Go to View → Extensions and verify Element Insight is installed and enabled
Reload Window
Ctrl+Shift+P → "Developer: Reload Window"
Check Activity Bar
Right-click Activity Bar → ensure "Element Insight" is checked
Reinstall Extension
Uninstall and reinstall from VS Code Marketplace

Playwright Installation Issues

Problems with Playwright installation or browser binaries.

Run Installation Command
Ctrl+Shift+P → 'Element Insight: Install Playwright'
Install Browsers
Ctrl+Shift+P → 'Element Insight: Install Browsers'
Check Permissions
Ensure VS Code has permission to install packages
Manual Installation
Run 'npm install playwright && npx playwright install' in terminal

Slow Scanning Performance

Element scanning is taking too long or consuming too much memory.

Select Specific Tags
Use tag selection to focus on relevant elements only
Close Other Tabs
Reduce memory usage by closing unnecessary browser tabs
Use Specific URLs
Target specific pages rather than entire websites
Check System Resources
Ensure sufficient RAM and CPU available

Export Issues

Problems with exporting elements or generating code.

Check Workspace
Ensure a workspace folder is open in VS Code
Verify Scan Results
Make sure elements were successfully scanned first
Check File Permissions
Ensure VS Code can write to the workspace directory
Try Different Format
Export as JSON first, then try framework code

Common Error Messages

Error Message	Cause	Solution
Playwright not found	Playwright not installed	Run 'Element Insight: Install Playwright' command
Browsers not installed	Browser binaries missing	Run 'Element Insight: Install Browsers' command
No workspace folder	No folder open in VS Code	Open a folder via File → Open Folder
Scan failed	URL inaccessible or invalid	Check URL format and internet connection
Binary integrity failed	Corrupted extension files	Reinstall extension from marketplace

Platform-Specific Issues

Windows

Antivirus Blocking
Add VS Code to antivirus exclusions
Permission Issues
Run VS Code as administrator if needed
Path Issues
Ensure Node.js is in system PATH

macOS

Gatekeeper Issues
Allow VS Code in Security & Privacy settings
Homebrew Conflicts
Check for conflicting Node.js installations
Permission Denied
Check folder permissions in Finder

Linux

Missing Dependencies
Install required system packages
Permission Issues
Check file permissions and ownership
Display Issues
Ensure X11 or Wayland is properly configured

Diagnostic Commands

Built-in Diagnostics

Use these commands to diagnose and fix common issues:

Element Insight: Run Diagnostics
Comprehensive system and dependency check
Element Insight: Install Playwright
Install or reinstall Playwright
Element Insight: Install Browsers
Install browser binaries for Playwright

Element Insight: Show License
View license agreement and terms
Developer: Reload Window
Restart VS Code extension host
Developer: Toggle Developer Tools
Open browser dev tools for debugging

Getting Additional Help

Extension Output

Check the extension output panel for detailed error messages and debugging information.

Open Output Panel
View → Output → Element Insight
Check Logs
Look for error messages and warnings
Copy Error Details
Include error messages when reporting issues

Report Issues

If you're still experiencing issues, report them with detailed information.

Include Error Messages
Copy exact error text from output panel
System Information
VS Code version, OS, Node.js version
Steps to Reproduce
Detailed steps that cause the issue

Related Guides

Installation Guide

Review the installation process and system requirements.

Installation Guide

Quick Start Guide

Follow the step-by-step quick start guide for basic setup.

Quick Start Guide