Extract Data from UI Overview
Learn how to extract various types of data from UI elements using AskUI’s get() method
This guide shows you how to extract different types of data from your UI using AskUI’s get()
method. Data extraction is a fundamental capability for building AI agents that can read and understand UI content.
Quick Start
The get()
method allows you to ask questions about your UI and receive structured responses:
Data Extraction Types
Yes/No Questions
Get boolean answers about UI state and conditions
Text Extraction
Extract text content from UI elements
Numbers
Get numeric values like counts, prices, and metrics
Tables
Extract structured data from tables
Lists & Navigation
Extract sidebar items, menu options, and navigation structures
Tabs
Get information about tabs and their states
Cards & Tiles
Extract data from card layouts and tile grids
Common Patterns
Form Validation
Dashboard Metrics
Search Results
Best Practices
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Be Specific: More specific questions yield better results
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Use Appropriate Types: Match response schema to expected data
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Handle Missing Data: Use Optional fields when data might not exist
Troubleshooting
Data Extraction Issues?
Getting empty results or type errors? Our data extraction troubleshooting guide covers common problems and solutions for the get()
method.
Performance Optimization
Learn how to optimize data extraction performance with batch extraction and caching strategies.
Next Steps
- Learn about advanced interaction patterns
- Explore best practices
- See detailed examples for each data type in the sections above