Playwright FAQs

Question 1

What is Playwright MCP Server?

Accepted Answer

Playwright MCP Server is a robust Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that exposes core Playwright browser automation capabilities via a simple API. It allows programmatic control of web browsers for various tasks.

Question 2

What kind of browser automation tasks can Playwright MCP Server handle?

Accepted Answer

It can automate a wide range of tasks including page navigation, DOM interaction (clicking, typing, filling forms), element discovery, capturing full-page or element screenshots, generating PDFs, extracting HTML, and executing custom JavaScript within the page context.

Question 3

Does it support headless browser execution?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Playwright MCP Server supports both headless (default) and headed browser modes, which can be configured when running the server. This provides flexibility for different automation needs, from background tasks to visual debugging.

Question 4

Which browsers are supported by Playwright MCP Server?

Accepted Answer

The server leverages Playwright to support major browsers, including Chromium, Firefox, and WebKit, allowing you to choose the environment best suited for your automation requirements.

Question 5

How can I integrate Playwright MCP Server into my applications?

Accepted Answer

You can run the Playwright MCP Server as a standalone HTTP server (e.g., on port 8000) or via stdio transport, making it highly integratable with various client applications, including tools like Claude Desktop that support MCP clients.

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