Overview

Learn the concepts behind AI-powered UI automation

Welcome to the explanation section. Here you’ll find in-depth articles that help you understand how AskUI works, the concepts behind it, and the design decisions that shape our platform.

What’s Covered

This section provides context and background to deepen your understanding:

Foundations

Core components and workflow of AskUI

Best Practices

Proven patterns and approaches for reliable automation

AI Models

Understanding the AI that powers AskUI

Key Topics

Foundations

• Platform overview and comparison
• Workflow and execution
• Real-world examples

Best Practices

• Element Selection: How to effectively identify and select UI elements

  • Basic element selection
  • Selecting Nth elements
  • Advanced selection strategies

• Interaction Patterns: Proven approaches for UI interaction

  • Get questions and queries
  • Understanding UI structures
  • Interaction patterns

• Advanced Techniques

  • Agentic mode
  • Reporting and logging

AI and Models

• Locator models explained
• Model retraining and customization

Why Read This Section?

Understanding the concepts behind AskUI helps you:

Make Better Decisions

Choose the right approach for your automation needs

Debug Effectively

Understand why things work (or don’t work) as expected

Design Better Agents

Create more reliable and efficient automations

Push Boundaries

Explore advanced features with confidence

Learning Path

1. Start with Overview

   Understand what AskUI is and its capabilities

2. Learn Core Concepts

   Master element selection, interactions, and automation patterns

3. Explore AI Models

   Understand how AI powers the automation

4. Apply Best Practices

   Use your knowledge to build better agents

This section focuses on understanding. For practical instructions, see our how-to guides. For technical specifications, check the API reference.