Is it possible to automate Outlook using Selenium? -
i trying create python script logs in outlook account, opens unread messages, , if has attachments downloads them.
however, after login, seems stuck , cannot anything.
these activities out of scope of selenium?
where run python scripts?
you may find rest api helpful. if talking desktop edition here ms states:
microsoft not recommend, , not support, automation of microsoft office applications unattended, non-interactive client application or component (including asp, asp.net, dcom, , nt services), because office may exhibit unstable behavior and/or deadlock when office run in environment.
if building solution runs in server-side context, should try use components have been made safe unattended execution. or, should try find alternatives allow @ least part of code run client-side. if use office application server-side solution, application lack many of necessary capabilities run successfully. additionally, taking risks stability of overall solution. read more in considerations server-side automation of office article.
if deal exchange profiles consider using ews instead. see ews managed api, ews, , web services in exchange more information.
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