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Fix IllegalStateException

in Selenium

Solution

The IllegalStateException in Selenium often arises when attempting to interact with a web element that is no longer attached to the DOM (Document Object Model), usually because the page has reloaded or the element has been dynamically removed. To resolve this, re-locate the element before interacting with it, ensuring you are working with the current instance in the DOM. Consider using explicit waits with expected conditions like `presence_of_element_located` or `visibility_of_element_located` to guarantee the element is available and stable before interaction.

Timeline

First reported:Jul 15, 2025
Last reported:Sep 2, 2025

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