How do I install the playwright mcp server?

Use a recorded configuration for your client, replace example credential values and paths, and verify the documented runtime. Restart or reconnect the client, then inspect the available tools.

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Playwright MCP Server

Playwright Tools for AWorld MCP

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What is the Playwright MCP Server?

Playwright Tools for AWorld MCP

What you get

A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that provides browser automation capabilities using Playwright. This server enables LLMs to interact with web pages through structured accessibility snapshots, bypassing the need for screenshots or visually-tuned models.

Fast and lightweight — . Uses Playwright's accessibility tree, not pixel-based input
LLM-friendly — . No vision models needed, operates purely on structured data
Deterministic tool application — . Avoids ambiguity common with screenshot-based approaches

Configuration and credentials

Node.js 18 or newer - VS Code, Cursor, Windsurf, Claude Desktop, Goose or any other MCP client

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Recorded tools

Check the linked publisher documentation and your connected client's tool list. Names and availability can vary with the server version and account permissions.

Tool	What it does
browser_click	Title: Click
browser_close	Title: Close browser
browser_console_messages	Title: Get console messages
browser_drag	Title: Drag mouse
browser_evaluate	Title: Evaluate JavaScript
browser_file_upload	Title: Upload files
browser_fill_form	Title: F

How to install the Playwright MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "aworld": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "@playwright/mcp"]
    }
  }
}

Add to claude_desktop_config.json, then restart Claude Desktop.

Configuration

Node.js 18 or newer - VS Code, Cursor, Windsurf, Claude Desktop, Goose or any other MCP client

Example prompts to try

“Use Playwright to browser click.”
“Use Playwright to Description.”
“Use Playwright to Parameters.”

Frequently asked questions

Playwright Tools for AWorld MCP Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.

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