playwright-mcp

Automates web browser interactions via the Playwright MCP server.

Updated Feb 23, 2026

Search Tags:#data extraction #browser automation #mcp #web scraping #form filling #playwright

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/iangcastill0/BetterBlood --skill playwright-mcp-iangcastill0

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: playwright-mcp
Source: https://github.com/iangcastill0/BetterBlood/tree/main/skills/playwright-mcp
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/iangcastill0/BetterBlood --skill playwright-mcp-iangcastill0

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates web browser interactions, allowing for tasks like navigating websites, filling forms, extracting data, and taking screenshots programmatically.

Core Features & Use Cases

Web Navigation: Open any URL in a browser.
Element Interaction: Click buttons, type into fields, select dropdown options.
Data Extraction: Retrieve text content or structured data using JavaScript evaluation.
Screenshots: Capture visual snapshots of web pages.
Use Case: Automate the process of logging into a web application, filling out a complex form, and then extracting the confirmation details.

Quick Start

Use the playwright-mcp skill to navigate to https://example.com and then click the element with the selector #submit.

Frequently Asked Questions about playwright-mcp

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I automate web scraping and form filling using browser automation?▼

Browser automation allows you to automate web scraping and form filling by programmatically navigating URLs, interacting with page elements, and extracting structured data. This Skill uses the Playwright MCP server to execute these interactions.

Does the Playwright MCP server support Chrome, Firefox, and WebKit for web automation?▼

Yes, the Playwright MCP server supports Chrome, Firefox, and WebKit browsers. You can configure browser automation tasks with specific options for headless mode, timeouts, and security settings.

What is the best way to extract data and capture screenshots from a web page?▼

The best way to extract data and capture screenshots is by using browser automation to evaluate JavaScript for retrieving text content, followed by taking visual snapshots of the web pages. This Skill handles both tasks natively.

How do I navigate to a URL and click an element using web automation?▼

To navigate to a URL and click an element, you use the browser automation tool to open the target website and then specify the element selector to trigger the click action. This Skill executes these steps sequentially via the Playwright MCP.

Can I configure headless mode and timeouts for automated browser interactions?▼

Yes, you can configure headless mode and timeouts for automated browser interactions. The Skill provides configurable options to manage browser execution environments, ensuring secure and timely web automation task completion.

How does JavaScript evaluation work for data extraction in web scraping?▼

JavaScript evaluation for data extraction works by executing custom scripts within the browser context to retrieve specific text content or structured data from the DOM. This Skill leverages the Playwright MCP to run these evaluations.