What is the Playwright MCP Server?

The Playwright Model Context Protocol (MCP) Server is a tool that automates browsers and APIs, allowing Large Language Models (LLMs) to interact with web pages, take screenshots, generate test code, web scrape, and execute JavaScript in a real browser environment.

How does the Playwright MCP Server work?

The server uses Playwright, a browser automation library, to control web browsers and APIs. It provides a standardized interface for LLMs to interact with these browsers, enabling them to perform various tasks.

What are some use cases for the Playwright MCP Server?

Use cases include:

• Automating tasks in e-commerce, such as product listing updates and competitor pricing monitoring.
• Automating social media posting and campaign tracking in marketing.
• Automating customer support responses using AI-powered chatbots.
• Automating data extraction from financial reports.
• Automating data entry in healthcare.

How do I install the Playwright MCP Server?

You can install the server using npm, mcp-get, or Smithery:

• npm: npm install -g @executeautomation/playwright-mcp-server
• mcp-get: npx @michaellatman/mcp-get@latest install @executeautomation/playwright-mcp-server
• Smithery: npx -y @smithery/cli install @executeautomation/playwright-mcp-server --client claude

Can I use the Playwright MCP Server with VS Code?

Yes, you can install the Playwright MCP Server in VS Code using the provided buttons or the VS Code CLI.

How do I configure the Playwright MCP Server to use with Claude Desktop?

Use the following JSON configuration:

{ “mcpServers”: { “playwright”: { “command”: “npx”, “args”: [“-y”, “@executeautomation/playwright-mcp-server”] } } }

What is UBOS, and how does it integrate with the Playwright MCP Server?

UBOS is a full-stack AI Agent Development Platform that allows businesses to orchestrate AI Agents, connect them with enterprise data, and build custom AI Agents. Integrating with the Playwright MCP Server enables these AI Agents to interact seamlessly with web pages, automating tasks and extracting data.

How do I run tests for the Playwright MCP Server?

You can run tests using the following commands:

• node run-tests.cjs (with coverage)
• npm test (without coverage)
• npm run test:coverage (with coverage)
• npm run test:custom (same as node run-tests.cjs)

Where can I find the API reference for the Playwright MCP Server?

You can find the API reference at https://executeautomation.github.io/mcp-playwright/docs/playwright-web/Supported-Tools.

Where can I find the documentation for Playwright MCP Server?

You can find the documentation at https://executeautomation.github.io/mcp-playwright/.