5 Ways to Count Rows in Excel Sheet with QTP

If you're working with Quality Center's QTP (QuickTest Professional), now known as UFT (Unified Functional Testing), you might find yourself needing to count rows in an Excel sheet frequently. This task, although seemingly simple, is crucial for automating tests where data comparison, data validation, or data-driven testing is involved. Let's explore five methods to count rows in an Excel sheet using QTP/UFT.

Method 1: Using Excel Object Model

The Excel object model provides a powerful way to interact with Excel sheets from QTP/UFT. Here’s how you can count the rows:

• Open Excel Application: Launch Excel using the COM object.
• Select Workbook: Choose the workbook you want to work with.
• Select Worksheet: Identify the sheet you want to count rows from.
• Count Rows: Use the `UsedRange` property to get the number of rows that contain data:

```vbscript Dim ExcelApp Set ExcelApp = CreateObject("Excel.Application") ExcelApp.Visible = True Set Workbook = ExcelApp.Workbooks.Open("C:\Path\To\Your\File.xlsx") Set Worksheet = Workbook.Sheets("Sheet1") MsgBox "Total Rows: " & Worksheet.UsedRange.Rows.Count Workbook.Close ExcelApp.Quit ```

Method 2: Reading via FileSystemObject

For those who prefer to work with text files or might need to count rows in CSV files, the FileSystemObject can be a handy tool:

• Create a FileSystemObject: To interact with the file system.
• Open the File: Specify the path to your CSV or text file.
• Read Lines: Count each line as a row:

```vbscript Dim FSO, File, Txt Set FSO = CreateObject("Scripting.FileSystemObject") Set File = FSO.OpenTextFile("C:\Path\To\Your\File.csv", 1) Dim LineCount LineCount = 0 Do While File.AtEndOfStream <> True Line = File.ReadLine LineCount = LineCount + 1 Loop File.Close MsgBox "Total Rows: " & LineCount ```

💡 Note: This method is ideal for CSV files or when you do not need Excel's advanced features.

Method 3: Using DataTable in QTP/UFT

QTP/UFT's DataTable object provides a seamless way to interact with Excel sheets for test data management:

• Import Sheet: Import the Excel sheet into the DataTable.
• Count Rows: Directly access the row count using the DataTable method:

```vbscript DataTable.ImportSheet "C:\Path\To\Your\File.xlsx", "Sheet1", "Sheet1" Dim RowCount RowCount = DataTable.GetSheet("Sheet1").GetRowCount MsgBox "Total Rows: " & RowCount ```

Method 4: ADO Connection

Using ActiveX Data Objects (ADO) for data manipulation can be another approach:

• Establish Connection: Connect to the Excel file as a database.
• Query for Rows: Use SQL to retrieve the row count:

```vbscript Set cn = CreateObject("ADODB.Connection") cn.Open "Provider=Microsoft.ACE.OLEDB.12.0;Data Source=C:\Path\To\Your\File.xlsx;" & _ "Extended Properties=""Excel 12.0;HDR=Yes;IMEX=1;""" Dim rs Set rs = CreateObject("ADODB.Recordset") rs.Open "SELECT COUNT(*) FROM [Sheet1$]", cn MsgBox "Total Rows: " & rs.Fields(0).Value rs.Close cn.Close ```

Method 5: External Libraries

Using external libraries like VBAJET or ExcelLibrary can provide additional functionalities for handling Excel files:

• Download and Reference Library: Ensure the library is added to QTP/UFT.
• Call Library Methods: Utilize methods designed for Excel operations:

```vbscript 'Assuming you have a library installed with a method like ExcelLib.RowCount Dim RowCount RowCount = ExcelLib.RowCount("C:\Path\To\Your\File.xlsx", "Sheet1") MsgBox "Total Rows: " & RowCount ```

This array of methods showcases the versatility of QTP/UFT in automating Excel row counting. Each method has its use case based on the complexity of the task, the structure of your data, and the resources available at hand. When choosing your approach, consider:

• Efficiency: How quickly does the method need to perform?
• Complexity: Does the method suit the complexity of your dataset?
• Integration: Does it integrate well with your current automation setup?

The key to mastering these techniques lies in understanding how QTP/UFT interacts with different objects and libraries. By leveraging these methods, you can automate the task of counting rows in Excel sheets, freeing up time for more complex test scenarios and ensuring your data-driven tests run smoothly. Remember to tailor your approach to the specific requirements of your testing environment to maximize productivity and maintain robust test automation processes.