playwriter

Automate real Chrome browser sessions with Playwright code via MCP extension.

Updated Feb 5, 2026

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npx skills add https://github.com/Khoiwall/be_vidify --skill playwriter-khoiwall

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Skill: playwriter
Source: https://github.com/Khoiwall/be_vidify/tree/main/.opencode/skill/playwriter
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Khoiwall/be_vidify --skill playwriter-khoiwall

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Automates control of your real Chrome browser by leveraging a Playwright-based MCP extension, so you can automate in-place sessions and preserve existing cookies and extensions.

Core Features & Use Cases

Real browser context: Use your existing browser, with extensions, sessions, and cookies.
Single execute tool: Interact with the browser using a single execute call containing Playwright code.
Full Playwright API: Access the complete Playwright surface for navigation, interaction, and testing.
Bypass automation detection: When needed, disconnect the extension to avoid automated-detection triggers.

Quick Start

Load the skill and then run the execute tool with a Playwright script to navigate and interact with a page.

Frequently Asked Questions about playwriter

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

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How do I automate my real Chrome browser with existing sessions and cookies?▼

You can automate your real Chrome browser by using a Playwright-based MCP extension to control existing sessions and preserve cookies. It provides a single execute tool where you pass Playwright code to navigate pages and interact with elements.

Can I use the full Playwright API to control existing browser tabs?▼

Yes, you can access the full Playwright API through a single execute tool to control existing browser tabs. This allows you to perform tasks such as navigating pages, clicking elements, and filling forms across your current sessions.

Do I need a specific Chrome extension to run Playwright automation on my active browser?▼

Yes, you need both the Chrome extension and the Playwriter tool installed to run Playwright automation on your active browser. These components bridge the Playwright API with your existing browser sessions and cookies.

How do I bypass automation detection when running Playwright scripts in Chrome?▼

To bypass automation detection during Playwright execution, you can disconnect the extension to avoid triggering automated-detection mechanisms. This allows your scripts to operate more discreetly within your real browser context.

What is the best way to scrape data across existing browser sessions using Playwright?▼

The best way to scrape data across existing sessions is using a Playwright-based MCP extension that operates directly on your real Chrome browser. You execute a Playwright script to navigate and extract data while preserving your current cookies and extensions.