Playwright FAQs

Question 1

How can I install and use the Playwright MCP Server?

Accepted Answer

You can install it via Smithery using the provided CLI command or manually using npm. After installation, start the server using `npm run build` and `npm start`. The available MCP tools can then be used to interact with web pages.

Question 2

What are the key features of this tool?

Accepted Answer

Key features include full and visible page content retrieval, interactive element detection, mouse operation simulation (clicks, movements, scrolling), and page navigation. It provides a comprehensive set of tools for web automation.

Question 3

What is Model Context Protocol (MCP)?

Accepted Answer

MCP provides a standardized protocol for communication between tools. In the context of Playwright MCP Server, it provides a way to communicate with, and extract information from, a Playwright browser instance.

Question 4

What is the Playwright MCP Server?

Accepted Answer

It's a server that uses Playwright to provide web page content retrieval and interaction functionality through the Model Context Protocol (MCP). It allows you to automate browser tasks like navigation, content extraction, and mouse operations.

Question 5

What kind of interaction can I simulate with the tool?

Accepted Answer

The tool allows you to simulate mouse movements, clicks, scrolling, and drag-and-drop operations. You can precisely control the mouse cursor and simulate user interactions on web pages.

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