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locator.press

Use locator.press() to focus an element and send one key or keyboard shortcut. It accepts logical key names, modifier combinations, and single characters.

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Since
v1.14

Syntax

locator.press(key, **kwargs)

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  • Locator.fill()
  • Locator.press_sequentially()
  • Locator.focus()
  • Locator.get_by_role()

Source: Actions | Playwright Python. Checked 2026-11-03.