connect-chrome

Launch Chrome with gstack and auto-load the Side Panel extension.

Updated Apr 1, 2026

Search Tags:#claude #chrome #browser-control #side-panel #live-feed #connect-chrome

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/viraatdas/vstack --skill connect-chrome-viraatdas

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: connect-chrome
Source: https://github.com/viraatdas/vstack/tree/main/connect-chrome
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/viraatdas/vstack --skill connect-chrome-viraatdas

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Launch real Chrome controlled by gstack with the Side Panel extension auto-loaded. One command: connects Claude to a visible Chrome window where you can watch every action in real time. The extension shows a live activity feed in the Side Panel.

Core Features & Use Cases

Launch real Chrome controlled by gstack with Side Panel extension auto-loaded.
Connect Claude to a visible Chrome window to observe actions in real time via the Side Panel feed.
Use when asked to "connect chrome", "open chrome", "real browser", "launch chrome", "side panel", or "control my browser".

Quick Start

Run the connect-chrome skill to launch a visible Chrome window with the Side Panel auto-loaded and watch Claude's actions in real time.

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 browser?▼

To connect Claude to a real Chrome browser, run the connect-chrome command to launch a visible Chrome window with the Side Panel extension auto-loaded. This allows Claude to control the browser while you observe actions in real time.

Can I watch Claude's browser actions live in Chrome?▼

Yes, you can watch Claude's browser actions live through the Side Panel extension. It displays a live activity feed within the Chrome window, showing every action Claude performs in real time.

What is the best way to control my browser with Claude and a side panel?▼

The best way to control your browser with Claude is using the connect-chrome setup. It coordinates pre-flight checks, setup, connection, and verification to launch a visible Chrome window with the Side Panel auto-loaded for real-time observation.

Do I need the gstack tool to launch Chrome with Claude?▼

Yes, you need gstack to launch real Chrome with Claude. The skill uses gstack to control the browser launch and automatically loads the Side Panel extension for the live activity feed.

Does connecting Chrome to Claude include a guided demo workflow?▼

Yes, connecting Chrome to Claude includes a guided demo workflow. The connection process coordinates pre-flight checks, setup, connection, verification, and a guided demo to ensure proper browser control.