browser-automation

Automate browser tasks with the dev-browser plugin using DOM inspection and explicit waits.

4|Updated Dec 23, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ken-cavanagh-glean/fieldkit --skill browser-automation-ken-cavanagh-glean
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: browser-automation
Source: https://github.com/ken-cavanagh-glean/fieldkit/tree/main/plugins/browser-automation/skills/browser-automation
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ken-cavanagh-glean/fieldkit --skill browser-automation-ken-cavanagh-glean

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill provides structured guidance for implementing browser automation tasks using the dev-browser plugin. It helps teams ensure repeatable, observable browser interactions during UI testing and debugging.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Interactive planning for browser automation flows (navigate, inspect DOM, interact with elements, verify results)
  • Step-by-step debugging patterns (DOM snapshots, persistent sessions, explicit waits)
  • Use cases include testing local development, validating UI changes after code updates, and automating repetitive browser tasks.

Quick Start

Follow the setup steps to begin using browser automation guidance with the dev-browser plugin and outline a simple test flow: navigate to a test page, inspect the DOM, perform a couple of interactions, and verify the outcome.

Frequently Asked Questions about browser-automation

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate browser testing with the dev-browser plugin?

Browser automation with dev-browser involves scripting navigation, DOM inspection, element interaction, and result verification in structured steps. The plugin enforces persistent sessions and explicit waits to ensure repeatable, observable test flows for UI validation and debugging.

What's the best way to debug visual issues in my application using browser automation?

Use DOM snapshots and persistent sessions to capture and compare page state during automated interactions. Browser automation lets you reproduce visual issues consistently, inspect element properties at each step, and verify UI changes match expectations after code updates.

Can I automate repetitive browser tasks without writing complex test scripts?

Yes. Browser automation with dev-browser provides step-by-step guidance to outline navigation, DOM inspection, interactions, and verification as a structured flow. The plugin handles session persistence and explicit waits, reducing boilerplate while keeping interactions observable and maintainable.

How do I test local development environments with automated browser workflows?

Browser automation lets you navigate to local test pages, inspect the DOM to confirm element presence and properties, perform interactions like clicks and form submission, and verify outcomes. Persistent sessions and explicit waits ensure tests remain stable across local development iterations.

What patterns should I follow to make browser automation reliable and maintainable?

Enforce DOM inspection to validate element state before interaction, use persistent sessions to maintain context across steps, apply explicit waits instead of fixed delays, and structure interactions as discrete, verified steps. This approach catches failures early and makes tests self-documenting.

Do I need special setup to start automating browser tasks with dev-browser?

No complex prerequisites. Set up the dev-browser plugin, outline a simple test flow—navigate to a page, inspect DOM, perform interactions, verify results—and follow the step-by-step guidance. The plugin handles session management and waits, letting you focus on test logic.