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connect-chrome

Connect Claude to a Chrome window with the gstack Side Panel active.

Updated Mar 27, 2026
Search Tags:#debugging#chrome#demo#browser-automation#side-panel#headful#gstack
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/TobiasPerry/aws-hackathon --skill connect-chrome-tobiasperry
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: connect-chrome
Source: https://github.com/TobiasPerry/aws-hackathon/tree/main/.claude/skills/gstack/connect-chrome
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/TobiasPerry/aws-hackathon --skill connect-chrome-tobiasperry

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Claude needs a real Chrome window with live visibility to demonstrate, debug, and test interactions while watching every action in real time.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Launch real Chrome and auto-load the Side Panel extension so actions are visible in real time.
  • Verify connection, perform quick demos (goto, snapshot), and guide users through setup in headed mode.
  • Use for debugging, demonstrations, and step-by-step browser-guided sessions with live feedback.

Quick Start

Connect Claude to a visible Chrome window with the Side Panel extension auto-loaded, then verify the Side Panel is connected and run a quick demo using goto and snapshot to show live commands.

Frequently Asked Questions about connect-chrome

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I connect Claude to a real Chrome window with a live side panel for debugging?▼

You can connect Claude to Chrome by launching a headed browser window with the gstack extension auto-loaded. This activates the side panel, providing real-time visibility for debugging and demonstrations.

Can I use headful browser automation to watch actions execute in real time?▼

Yes, headful browser automation supports watching actions execute in real time. Launching a visible Chrome instance with the gstack side panel provides live feedback during demonstrations and guided browser sessions.

Does the side panel extension require a running Chrome instance to work?▼

Yes, the side panel extension requires a running Chrome instance to function. The Skill performs preflight checks to verify the connection before executing browser commands like goto and snapshot.

What is the best way to verify a real Chrome connection for a browser demonstration?▼

The best way to verify a Chrome connection is to run a quick demo using goto and snapshot commands. These actions confirm the side panel is connected and display live commands within the headed browser.

Why use a headed browser context instead of headless mode for guided setups?▼

A headed browser context provides live visual feedback, unlike headless mode. Using headed Chrome with a side panel allows users to watch every action in real time during debugging, demonstrations, and step-by-step guided sessions.

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