What is the Playwright Browser Automation skill?

It is a specialized capability for Claude that enables it to write and execute Playwright scripts for web testing and automation tasks directly from your terminal.

Does it run in headless mode?

By default, it runs with a visible browser window so you can watch the automation, but it can be configured for headless execution if you prefer background processing.

Where are the test scripts stored?

Scripts are written to the system's temporary directory (/tmp) to ensure your project workspace remains clean and free of boilerplate test files.

Can it test local development servers?

Yes, the skill includes a built-in helper to automatically detect running development servers and test applications on localhost.

Does it support mobile testing?

Yes, the skill can emulate various mobile viewports and devices to verify responsive behavior, touch interactions, and mobile UI layouts.

Playwright Browser Automation

Name: Playwright Browser Automation
Author: le-dat

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Browser Automation

Automates complex browser interactions and end-to-end testing using Playwright to validate web application functionality and responsive design.

About

This skill empowers Claude to perform comprehensive browser automation by dynamically generating and executing Playwright scripts. It features intelligent local development server detection, allowing for seamless testing of localhost environments without manual configuration. From simulating complex user journeys like login flows and form submissions to performing visual audits across multiple viewports, the skill provides a robust environment for web quality assurance, automated data extraction, and visual regression testing.

Key Features

Automated broken link detection and website health monitoring.
Visible browser execution by default for real-time debugging and transparency.
0 GitHub stars
Cross-viewport responsive design validation with automated screenshot generation.
End-to-end simulation of complex user flows including authentication and forms.
Automatic local development server detection for seamless localhost testing.

Use Cases

Automating regression testing for critical paths like checkout or user registration.
Generating visual documentation and screenshots for web application features.
Verifying UI consistency across mobile, tablet, and desktop viewports.

About

Key Features

Automated broken link detection and website health monitoring.
Visible browser execution by default for real-time debugging and transparency.
0 GitHub stars
Cross-viewport responsive design validation with automated screenshot generation.
End-to-end simulation of complex user flows including authentication and forms.
Automatic local development server detection for seamless localhost testing.

Use Cases

Automating regression testing for critical paths like checkout or user registration.
Generating visual documentation and screenshots for web application features.
Verifying UI consistency across mobile, tablet, and desktop viewports.