MC1033019 – Microsoft Power Automate – Automate interactions with Shadow DOM elements in modern web applications (archived)

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check before: 2025-04-15

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Power Automate

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We are releasing the automate interactions with Shadow DOM elements in modern web feature for Power Automate. This feature enables you to automate workflows in modern web apps built with frameworks like Angular, React, and Lit. This ensures seamless interaction with encapsulated components, making your automation scripts reliable without complex workarounds. This feature will reach general availability on April 15, 2025.

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Created:
2025-03-16

updated:
2025-03-16

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summary for non-techies**

Microsoft Power Automate is introducing a feature on April 15, 2025, that allows automation of interactions with Shadow DOM elements in modern web applications, simplifying previously complex tasks.

Direct effects for Operations**

Increased Complexity in Automation Scripts
The introduction of Shadow DOM support may lead to increased complexity in existing automation scripts if not properly prepared for the changes, potentially causing failures in workflows that rely on older methods.
   - roles: Automation Developer, IT Support Specialist
   - references: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/power-automate/desktop-flows/overview, https://www.techrepublic.com/article/microsoft-power-automate-what-you-need-to-know/

User Experience Disruption
Users may experience disruptions in their workflows if the new Shadow DOM feature is not integrated smoothly, leading to potential delays and frustration in task completion.
   - roles: End User, Business Analyst
   - references: https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2021/03/01/the-top-5-benefits-of-using-microsoft-power-automate/?sh=5c1b1c4e1c3b, https://www.zdnet.com/article/microsoft-power-automate-what-it-is-and-how-to-use-it/

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