What makes this better than standard MCP browser tools?

This skill uses Playwright CLI which is optimized for token efficiency by using a snapshot-and-ref system, significantly reducing the amount of context needed to interact with complex web pages.

Are there any external dependencies required?

Yes, you must have the Playwright CLI package installed globally on your machine using 'npm install -g @playwright/cli@latest' for the skill to function.

How does the skill identify elements to click or fill?

The skill uses a 'snapshot' command to analyze the page and assign short reference IDs (like e1, e2) to interactive elements, which are then used as targets for subsequent commands.

Can I see the browser while the automation is running?

Yes, you can use the --headed option when initiating a session to launch a visible browser window, which is helpful for debugging and visual verification.

Can this skill handle multiple browser tabs simultaneously?

Yes, it includes a dedicated set of commands for listing, opening, closing, and switching between multiple tabs within a single session.

Playwright CLI Browser Automation

Name: Playwright CLI Browser Automation
Author: s4na

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Automates browser interactions and web testing directly from the command line using Playwright CLI for high token efficiency.

This skill empowers Claude to perform complex web navigation, data extraction, and end-to-end testing by leveraging the Playwright CLI. By using element snapshots and reference IDs, it provides a more token-efficient alternative to traditional MCP-based browser tools, allowing for faster interactions and reduced context usage. It supports a comprehensive suite of actions including clicking, typing, multi-tab management, and capturing screenshots, making it an essential tool for developers who need to verify web application states or automate repetitive browser-based workflows without leaving their terminal environment.

주요 기능

01Automated visual capture via screenshots and PDF export capabilities

02Advanced session management with multi-tab support and headed mode debugging

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04Token-efficient element interaction using snapshot-based reference IDs

05Full browser control including clicks, keyboard input, and drag-and-drop

06Built-in DevTools integration for monitoring network requests and console logs

사용 사례

01Web scraping and data collection from complex, JavaScript-heavy websites

02Automated end-to-end testing of web applications during the development cycle

03Visual regression testing and UI verification via automated screenshots

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add s4na/cc-plugins playwright-cli

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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