playwriter

Execute Playwright code snippets in an existing Chrome browser instance.

1|Updated Mar 4, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Kuass/kiro-gateway-plus --skill playwriter-kuass
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Skill: playwriter
Source: https://github.com/Kuass/kiro-gateway-plus/tree/main/.opencode/skill/playwriter
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Kuass/kiro-gateway-plus --skill playwriter-kuass

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows you to automate browser interactions using your existing Chrome browser and its extensions, sessions, and cookies, offering a more integrated and less context-heavy approach than traditional browser automation tools.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Leverages Existing Browser: Utilizes your current browser instance, including all installed extensions, active sessions, and saved cookies.
  • Direct Playwright API: Execute any valid Playwright code snippet directly, as LLMs are already trained on this API.
  • Reduced Context: Requires significantly less context compared to other browser automation tools.
  • Bypass Detection: Can help bypass automation detection by using your real browser.
  • Use Case: Automate logging into a website using your existing session, navigating to a specific page, filling out a form, and then taking a screenshot, all without needing to re-authenticate.

Quick Start

Use the playwriter skill to list the available tabs that have the extension enabled.

Frequently Asked Questions about playwriter

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate browser tasks using my existing Chrome sessions and cookies?

You can automate browser tasks using existing Chrome sessions by executing Playwright code snippets directly within your active browser instance. This approach leverages your installed extensions, active sessions, and saved cookies without requiring re-authentication.

Can I use Playwright to bypass automation detection on websites?

Yes, using Playwright to control your real, existing Chrome browser instance can help bypass automation detection. This integrated approach operates with your actual browser profile and extensions, offering a less context-heavy and more authentic browsing footprint.

What is the best way to scrape web data from a page that requires me to be logged in?

The best way to scrape web data from authenticated pages is by running Playwright code snippets directly in your existing Chrome browser. This method utilizes your current active sessions and saved cookies, allowing immediate access to protected content.

How do I fill out a form and take a screenshot with Playwright without starting a new browser session?

To fill out a form and take a screenshot without a new session, execute Playwright code directly within your existing Chrome browser. This allows you to navigate tabs, interact with elements, and capture screenshots using your current session state.

Do I need to install a Chrome extension to control my browser with Playwright code snippets?

Yes, controlling your existing Chrome browser with this method requires a specific Chrome extension to be enabled. You can list the available tabs that have the extension enabled to verify connectivity and begin automating your browser interactions.

Why does executing standard Playwright code require less context than other browser automation tools?

Executing standard Playwright code requires less context because LLMs are already trained on the Playwright API. You simply provide valid code snippets to run directly in your existing browser, bypassing the need for extensive framework wrappers.