agent-browser

Automates web browser tasks via command-line interface using accessibility snapshots and refs.

Updated Jun 28, 2022
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/pcasaretto/nix-home --skill agent-browser-pcasaretto
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: agent-browser
Source: https://github.com/pcasaretto/nix-home/tree/main/home-manager/modules/common/pi/compound-engineering/skills/agent-browser
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/pcasaretto/nix-home --skill agent-browser-pcasaretto

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates interactions with web pages, including filling forms, taking screenshots, and scraping data, by leveraging a command-line browser automation tool.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Web Navigation: Open and navigate to specified URLs.
  • Element Interaction: Click, type, fill, and select elements on a web page using reference IDs or semantic locators.
  • Data Scraping & Screenshots: Capture page content, specific element details, and take screenshots of the entire page or viewport.
  • Use Case: Automatically fill out a login form, navigate to a dashboard, and take a screenshot of the user's profile page.

Quick Start

Use the agent-browser skill to open the website https://example.com and take a screenshot.

Frequently Asked Questions about agent-browser

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate web browser interactions for an AI agent?

Automate web browser interactions for AI agents by using a command-line interface to programmatically control web pages for tasks like form submission, data extraction, and content capture.

Can I fill out web forms automatically using a CLI tool?

Yes, you can fill out web forms automatically using a CLI tool by leveraging accessibility snapshots and ref-based element selection to interact with form fields deterministically.

How do I take screenshots of web pages programmatically for scraping?

Take screenshots of web pages programmatically by navigating to a specified URL and capturing either the entire page or the specific viewport content using browser automation.

What is the best way to extract data from web pages using AI automation?

Extract data from web pages using AI automation by capturing page content and specific element details through a command-line browser tool that utilizes semantic locators and accessibility snapshots.

Does browser automation work with element selection without CSS selectors?

Browser automation works without traditional CSS selectors by using accessibility snapshots and reference IDs to target and interact with elements on the web page deterministically.

Why use a command-line interface for web scraping instead of a standard browser?

Use a command-line interface for web scraping to enable AI agents to programmatically control web pages, navigate URLs, and extract data without requiring a visual browser interface.