Web Browser Configuration Settings

Several browser settings are critical to maintaining stable test executions. Although Silk Performer works without changing any settings, there are several reasons why you may want to change these browser settings in Internet Explorer.

Increase replay speed
- Use about:blank as the home page, rather than a slowly loading Web page
Avoid unexpected browser behavior
- Disable pop-up windows and warning dialog boxes
- Disable auto-complete features
- Disable password wizards
- If Silk Performer runs on a Windows Server operating system, disable Internet Explorer Enhanced Security Configuration (IE ESC).
Prevent browser malfunctions
- Disable third-party plug-ins

The following table explains where you can find these settings within the Internet Explorer GUI.

Note: Browser settings are located at Tools > Internet Options.

Tab Name	Option	Configuration	Comments
General	Home page	Set to about:blank	Minimizes start-up time of new tabs.
General	Tabs	Disable warning for closing multiple tabs Enable switch to new tab when tabs are created	Avoids unexpected dialog boxes Links that open new tabs may not otherwise replay correctly
Privacy	Pop-up blocker	Disable pop-up blocker	Ensures that your Website can open new windows.
Content	Auto Complete	Turn off	Avoids unexpected dialog boxes Avoids unexpected data input while typing
Programs	Manage add-ons	Only enable required add-ons	Third-party add-ons may contain defects Third-party add-ons may be incompatible
Advanced	Settings	Disable Automatically check for Internet Explorer updates Enable Disable script debugging (Internet Explorer) Enable Disable script debugging (other) Disable Display notification about every script error Disable all Warn... settings	Avoids unexpected dialog boxes. Note: Depending on your browser version, not all settings may be available.