When I Press Scrape Single, 'Scrape Links' and 'Scrape Image' are Crossed Out: Understanding the Importance of Scraping Options

Have you ever wondered how web scraping works? In this blog post, we will delve into the intricacies of scraping data from the web and understand the significance of different scraping options available.

In our example scenario, we embark on a journey to scrape the list of followers for V1. As we open the pop-up and select usernames from the list, we encounter a crucial moment when we explore the three fundamental scraping options: Scrape Text, Scrape Links, and Scrape Image.

As we navigate through the scraping process, flexibility shines through as we devise strategies to adjust our scraping steps. Duplicating steps and capturing multiple values prove to be invaluable tactics in maximizing data extraction efficiency.

By duplicating steps and toggling between scraping text and links, we optimize our data collection efforts. Each modification adds a new dimension to our scraping strategy, enhancing the depth and breadth of information retrieved.

From changing step types to exploring varied possibilities, the journey of web scraping unveils a landscape of endless opportunities. Selecting the right scraping options is key to unlocking the full potential of data extraction.

In the realm of web scraping, understanding the nuances of scraping options is paramount. By grasping the significance of Scrape Text, Scrape Links, and Scrape Image, we empower ourselves to harness the power of data collection effectively.

Step 1- Click on Click step

Step 2- Click on Followers — Click on Confirm

Step 3 - Click on Scrape a list

Step 4- Click on followers and Scrape as a Text, Image or Link in Column A and B —Click Confirm

Step 5- Click on three dots — Click on Change step type to change the step

Step 6- We can change the Scrape Images or Scrape Links

When we record a scrape a list up in this example, I'm going to scrape the list of followers for your V1. First, we need to open that pop up. Next, we can scrape a list. When we select the usernames from this list, we'll notice that when we click the three dots here, it shows us Scrape Text, Scrape Links, and Scrape Image.

The three different options here are really important and sometimes crossed out because they may not be possible. In this example, it shows Scrape Text, which by default is grabbing the text that's displayed on the screen. The three The next option is scrape links, which gets a link to that profile, which is the same as if we were to right click and then click open link in new tab, you'll notice that that opens that profile.

The other option is scrape image, which in this example is not possible because there's no images displayed in this list. These three are really important options that you can also change later on. If you change your mind, a really common thing is going to be duplicating a step and grabbing both values that are available here.

So I can click duplicate and then change this to scrape text. And now we're getting both of these values. When we confirm this, this is going to add a scrape step, one for scraping links, which got the link to everything. And then one scraping text, which is the normal scrapeless step. If we change our mind later, we can click the three dots.

And then click change step type and we'll see the same options here, although it's not going to tell us if that option is available or not here, it's going to display both options here and trust that you select one that is possible.