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Node type: select_option · Version: 1 · Category: Browser Choose an option by value, label or index. This node is not marked with the catalogue’s generic side-effect flag. That classification is not a guarantee that every configured operation is read-only; review the concrete action and its destination.

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When to use this node

  • Choose one option from a native select control.
  • Select by stable submitted value, visible label, or zero-based index.

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Example: Choose a report format

Record the Format select and choose its visible CSV label.
Example settings
This shows the important settings, not a complete exported node. The locator is shortened for readability; use the recorder to create the complete structured locator bundle.
  1. Record the select element itself.
  2. Prefer value when the submitted value is stable; use label when it is the clearest contract.
  3. Verify the page reflects the selected option before continuing.

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Configuration

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Workflow JSON

The editor stores this node with the following implemented default configuration:
Default node configuration
Values may be entered literally or mapped from an earlier compatible output when the inspector exposes a mapping control. See Variables and data mapping.

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Inputs

This node has no typed ports in this direction.

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Outputs

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Execution behavior

  • index is zero-based and can be brittle when options are reordered.
  • The locator must resolve to a compatible select control.
  • The editor catalogue declares result (any) for mapping. The execution inspector can contain additional evidence fields; inspect a real result before selecting nested paths from object or any outputs.

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Common issues

  • A custom dropdown built from div elements may require Click Element steps instead of Select Option.
  • Labels can be localized while values remain stable; choose the matching strategy deliberately.

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Where it can run

  • Desktop local runner
  • Paired self-hosted runner
  • Managed browser worker

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Test and inspect

Use Test node in the editor to preview this step with the current configuration. A full run records resolved inputs, outputs, logs, duration, and any artifacts in the execution inspector. Side-effecting or destructive nodes can require an additional confirmation or approved workflow permission.