playwright-mcp
🥇GoldPlaywright MCP automates browser testing for developers. It manages browser contexts, enabling structured accessibility snapshots for LLM interaction. Integrates with GitHub Copilot and VS Code, enhancing testing workflows.
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Intermediate15 minutes to implementdevelopment
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Quick InstallView Source
claude install microsoft/playwright-mcpWorks with:
GitHub CopilotVS Code
Overview
About This Skill
Playwright MCP automates browser testing for developers. It manages browser contexts, enabling structured accessibility snapshots for LLM interaction. Integrates with GitHub Copilot and VS Code, enhancing testing workflows.
How to Use
["1. Install Playwright MCP and set up your development environment in VS Code.","2. Define the accessibility criteria you want to test, such as WCAG 2.1 AA compliance.","3. Write a Playwright script that navigates through the website and captures accessibility snapshots.","4. Integrate the snapshot with GitHub Copilot by adding the necessary configurations in your project settings.","5. Run the test automatically in your preferred browser and review the results in the VS Code terminal."]
Use Cases
Automating end-to-end browser tests for web applications to ensure functionality across different browsers.
Managing multiple browser contexts to test various user scenarios in parallel, speeding up the testing process.
Integrating Playwright MCP with CI/CD pipelines to automate testing as part of the deployment process.
Simulating complex user interactions, such as drag-and-drop or multi-step forms, to validate application behavior.
Best For
GrowthDevelopment
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Setup & Installation
Quick Install
Terminal
claude install microsoft/playwright-mcpAlternative Install (Git Clone)
git clone https://github.com/microsoft/playwright-mcpRequirements
- Claude Code or compatible AI agent
- Works with: GitHub Copilot, VS Code
Quick Start Guide
1
Install the Skill
Copy the install command above and run it in your terminal.
2
Open Your AI Agent
Launch Claude Code, Cursor, or your preferred AI coding agent.
3
Try It Out
Use the prompt template or examples below to test the skill.
4
Customize
Adapt the skill to your specific use case and workflow.
Usage Examples
Prompt Template
Set up a Playwright MCP test for a [WEBSITE] that checks for [ACCESSIBILITY CRITERIA]. Generate a structured accessibility snapshot and integrate it with GitHub Copilot for review. Ensure the test runs automatically in [BROWSER] using VS Code.
Example Output
The Playwright MCP test for the e-commerce website 'ShopEasy' has been successfully set up. The test checks for WCAG 2.1 AA compliance, focusing on keyboard navigation, ARIA attributes, and color contrast. The structured accessibility snapshot includes detailed reports on each page element, highlighting issues such as missing alt text for images and insufficient color contrast in the product filters. The snapshot is now integrated with GitHub Copilot, which provides actionable suggestions for fixes. The test is configured to run automatically in Chrome using VS Code, with results displayed in the integrated terminal. Developers can now review and address the accessibility issues directly within their development environment.
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