> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.spurtest.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Type > Enter text into input fields, search boxes, and other text elements. ## Overview The type action enters text into form fields, search boxes, and other text input elements. ## Default Behavior By default, the agent will: 1. Clear any existing text in the target field 2. Type the specified text 3. Wait for the text to be fully entered The agent handles all these steps in a single action. ## Syntax Variations ### Basic Typing Clears existing text and types new text into the target field.

### Type with Enter Types text and simulates an Enter key press to submit.

### Explicit Clear Explicitly clears the field before typing new text.

### Preserve Existing Text Appends text to the field without clearing what is already there.

## Best Practices * Clearly specify the target field using its label or placeholder text * Use descriptive field names that match what is visible on the page * Consider whether existing text should be cleared or preserved * Mention if an Enter key press is needed after typing