setup-browser-cookies

Import Chromium browser cookies into a Playwright headless session for authenticated QA testing.

Updated Apr 13, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/legotec73/gstack --skill setup-browser-cookies-legotec73
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: setup-browser-cookies
Source: https://github.com/legotec73/gstack/tree/main/setup-browser-cookies
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/legotec73/gstack --skill setup-browser-cookies-legotec73

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Import cookies from your real Chromium browser into the headless browse session to enable authenticated QA testing without manual login steps.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Import cookies from a real browser into the Playwright session to enable authenticated QA flows.
  • Open an interactive picker UI to select which cookie domains to import.
  • Use before QA testing authenticated pages or when asked to "import cookies" or "authenticate the browser".

Quick Start

Open the cookie picker and select the domains to import, then confirm when done.

Frequently Asked Questions about setup-browser-cookies

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I import cookies from my real browser into Playwright for authenticated QA testing?

To import cookies for authenticated QA testing, this skill extracts them from your real Chromium browser and loads them into a headless Playwright session, bypassing manual login steps. It provides an interactive picker UI to select specific cookie domains before starting your tests.

Can I select which cookie domains to import before running Playwright browser tests?

Yes, you can select which cookie domains to import. The skill opens an interactive picker UI where you choose the specific domains needed for your authenticated QA testing flows, ensuring only relevant session data is loaded into the headless browser.

Does this cookie import method work with headless Chromium browser sessions?

Yes, this cookie import method works directly with headless Chromium browser sessions. It takes authentication data from your active real browser and injects it into the Playwright-controlled headless environment to enable seamless authenticated QA testing.

What is the best way to automate authenticated QA testing without manual login steps?

The best way to automate authenticated QA testing without manual logins is reusing existing browser sessions. This skill imports your real Chromium browser cookies into the Playwright session, allowing you to test authenticated pages immediately without handling login forms or storing credentials.

Why do I need to import cookies for browser automation instead of logging in normally?

You need to import cookies for browser automation to bypass complex login barriers like CAPTCHAs or multi-factor authentication. Transferring active session cookies from your real Chromium browser skips manual login steps entirely, streamlining the Playwright QA testing workflow.