Remote Testkit integration

This document explains how to configure Remote TestKit for mobile testing using Katalon Studio.

Remote TestKit integration allows you to select Remote Testkit devices hosted in their cloud, for test executing, test recording, or test object spying in Katalon Studio.

requirements

• A registered Remote TestKit account with username and password. See Remote TestKit account to learn more.
• Remote Testkit, "Client" app version installed. Go to App Kit Box link to download and install.
• An access token. Refer to the "How to get the access tokens" section on their Appium Feature Tutorial for more information.
• A rented device. Refer to How to rent devices (client software version) for more information.
• Application prepared for the device. Refer to "Installing the App" section on their Appium Feature Tutorial for more information.

Steps to Set Up Remote TestKit in Katalon Studio

Follow these steps to use Remote Testkit in Katalon Studio:

1. Open Katalon Studio.
2. Go to Settings > Desired Capabilities > Custom and add:

Name	Value
custom_name_for_Remote_Testkit	See step 3 below

3. Configure the value field in step 2 and add the following:

Driver Name	Preferences
Remote	See step 4 below

4. Configure the preferences field in step 3, and fill in the following fields:

Field	Value
Remote Server URL	https://gwjp.appkitbox.com/wd/hub
Remote Server Type	Appium/Selenium.
Appium Driver	Android Driver/iOS Driver.

Then, add the followings to the table below the fields (see possible params and values for Appium server at Tutorial for Appium Features):

Param	Type	Value	Description
appium:platformName	String	Android	Specify the operating system. Use Android for Android devices.
appium:automationName	String	UiAutomator2	Specify the automation engine for Android testing.
appium:deviceName	String	e.g. Galaxy	Set the device name that you have rented. Remote TestKit will automatically match available devices using forward matching. An error occurs if no matching device is found.
appium:appiumVersion	String	e.g. 2.11.2	(Optional) Specify the Appium version. If omitted, the default version is used.
accessToken	String	e.g. p1H6qA5...vWxYz	Access token linked to your Remote TestKit account.
appium:app	String	e.g. sample.apk	Name of the prepared application binary (check this doc's requirements at the top)
appium:Package	String	e.g. com.app.sample	Package name of the application to be launched.

Your setup should look like this:

5. Save and close.

Result

Remote Testkit devices are now ready. You can use these devices for recording, spying, or executing mobile tests. The device's UI can be viewed using Remote Testkit client app (see Device Operation (for Client app version) for more information.)

Important Notes

• Device availability may vary; confirm supported devices before running tests.