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Hi Experties,

I have Java application which is 64 bit application and running on 64-bit Windows 7. I am using Ranorex 6.0.1 for automating use case.

My basic question is
1. Should i use 32-bit Ranorex spy or 64-bit spy, I understand i should use 64-bit spy, but Why?

2. What platform (Target CPU) should i chose whether x64 or x86 or Any processor. What would be the advantage if i use x86 or x64 or Any processor. How it is going to affect the automation process.

Can some one help me to understand the basic question

For both questions the main answer is: It doesn't matter.

32-bit spy will still see the UI for a 64-bit AUT. You can use either one.

For question 2 though, you are probably better off just choosing "Any processor". A 32-bit Ranorex test will still work on a 64-bit AUT. However, there have been issues in the past with compiling the Ranorex tests to a 64-bit architecture, and using "Any processor" will ensure that your test can run on either 32- or 64-bit Windows.