web-clone

Clone live websites into HTML/CSS/JS or framework code with Playwright MCP verification.

1|Updated Sep 22, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/prthik/prathik-astro --skill web-clone-prthik
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: web-clone
Source: https://github.com/prthik/prathik-astro/tree/main/.codex/skills/web-clone
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/prthik/prathik-astro --skill web-clone-prthik

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Clone a live website from a URL, reproducing both the visual appearance and core interactive functionality with automated verification.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • URL-driven site cloning from a live URL with visual fidelity and functional parity.
  • Automated verification using Playwright MCP to extract page structure, generate code via LLM, and perform visual scoring.
  • Output options include HTML/CSS/JS or framework-specific components, with iterative refinement.

Quick Start

Provide a live URL and the tool will generate a clone that mirrors visuals and interactivity, ready for deployment or testing.

Frequently Asked Questions about web-clone

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I clone a live website from a URL into HTML and CSS?

To clone a live website from a URL, this tool extracts the visual layout, styling, and interactive behavior to generate a faithful replica. It outputs ready-to-deploy HTML/CSS/JS or framework-specific code using automated visual scoring for verification.

How does automated visual verification work for website cloning?

Automated visual verification uses Playwright browser tooling to capture page structure and compute styles. After generating the clone, it performs visual scoring to validate functional parity and ensure the replica mirrors the original live URL.

Can I generate framework-specific components when cloning a webpage?

Yes, you can generate framework-specific components when cloning a webpage. The tool outputs single-page clones in either plain HTML/CSS/JS or framework-specific code, applying iterative refinement to match the original site's visual fidelity and interactivity.

Do I need Playwright MCP to reproduce a website's layout and interactivity?

Yes, you need Playwright MCP to reproduce a website's layout and interactivity. It is required to capture page structure, compute styles, and validate functionality, while also performing safety checks for access permissions during the cloning process.

What are the limitations of cloning single-page websites from a live URL?

Limitations of cloning single-page websites include being restricted to single-page replicas from a provided URL. The process also applies safety checks for access permissions, meaning sites with restricted access or complex backend logic may not be fully reproducible.

What's the best way to automate frontend replication from an existing site?

The best way to automate frontend replication is using URL-driven site cloning with LLM generation and Playwright tooling. This approach extracts visual layout and styling, applies iterative refinement, and uses automated visual scoring to ensure functional parity.