cdp

Control Chrome via the DevTools Protocol for automation and scraping.

Updated Aug 23, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #web scraping #devtools #cdp #browser control #chrome

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/HealthSamurai/health-samurai-io-bun --skill cdp

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: cdp
Source: https://github.com/HealthSamurai/health-samurai-io-bun/tree/main/skills/cdp
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/HealthSamurai/health-samurai-io-bun --skill cdp

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a powerful interface to programmatically control a Chrome browser instance, enabling complex web automation, data scraping, and interaction tasks that are difficult or impossible to achieve with standard HTTP requests.

Core Features & Use Cases

Web Scraping: Extract specific data points, HTML content, or screenshots from dynamic web pages.
Form Automation: Fill out forms, click buttons, and interact with web elements.
Browser Control: Navigate pages, reload, manage cookies, and emulate different devices.
Use Case: Automatically log into a website, fill out a user profile, and take a screenshot of the completed page.

Quick Start

Use the cdp skill to navigate to https://example.com and then get the page title.

Frequently Asked Questions about cdp

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I automate web scraping on dynamic web pages that require JavaScript execution?▼

Automate web scraping on dynamic pages by using the Chrome DevTools Protocol (CDP) to control a Chrome browser instance, execute JavaScript, and extract specific data points or HTML content that standard HTTP requests cannot render.

How do I control a Chrome browser instance to automate filling out forms and interacting with web elements?▼

Control a Chrome browser instance via CDP to automate form interactions, fill out input fields, click buttons, and programmatically navigate pages without manual input.

Can I capture screenshots and emulate mobile devices when browser testing with Chrome DevTools Protocol?▼

Yes, browser testing with Chrome DevTools Protocol supports emulating different devices and capturing screenshots of web pages to verify responsive layouts and visual rendering.

Do I need a running Chrome instance with remote debugging enabled to use CDP for browser automation?▼

Yes, browser automation via CDP requires a running Chrome instance with remote debugging enabled to establish a connection and send control commands for web scraping and interaction tasks.

What is the best way to manipulate network requests during web automation tasks?▼

Manipulate network requests during web automation tasks by leveraging the Chrome DevTools Protocol to intercept, block, or modify HTTP traffic directly within the controlled Chrome browser instance.

When should I use CDP for web scraping instead of standard HTTP requests?▼

Use CDP for web scraping when target sites rely heavily on client-side JavaScript rendering or require complex interactions like form submissions that standard HTTP requests cannot execute or bypass.