Use Keyboard Action building block to search on LinkedIn in ZeroWork

Introduction

In this tutorial, we will learn how to use the Keyboard Action building block in ZeroWork to automate searching on LinkedIn. This method can be applied to any website and will help streamline your workflow by using keyboard commands efficiently.

Step 1: Open LinkedIn

• Launch the ZeroWork application.
• Use a pre-built building block that opens LinkedIn. If you don’t have one, create a new taskboard and add a link to LinkedIn.

Step 2: Add Keyboard Actions

• Locate the Keyboard Action building block in the ZeroWork interface.
• Add the following keyboard actions to navigate to the search input field:
  • Press the Tab key five times:
    • This is done by entering the action five times in the taskboard.
    • Each press of the Tab key will move the focus through the webpage elements until you reach the search input field.

Step 3: Enter the Search Keyword

• After reaching the search input field, add another action to input the desired keyword.
• Use the action to type in the keyword, for example, developers.

Step 4: Execute the Search

• Add a final Keyboard Action to simulate pressing the Enter key once you've entered the keyword.
• This will trigger the search on LinkedIn and display the results.

Step 5: Set a Delay

• To account for loading times, increase the delay before executing the search results.
• Set the delay to 5 seconds to ensure that LinkedIn has enough time to load the search results.

Step 6: Test the Taskboard

• Run the taskboard to see how it performs:
  • The taskboard will open LinkedIn.
  • It will press Tab five times to reach the search input field.
  • It will enter the keyword developers.
  • Finally, it will hit Enter to show the search results.
• Observe the process to ensure it works smoothly.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you can effectively use the Keyboard Action building block in ZeroWork to automate your LinkedIn searches. This method saves time and enhances productivity. Consider experimenting with different keywords or applying this technique to other websites for broader applications. Happy automating!