How do I install the shaft 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.

What credentials does it need?

It reads `GITHUB_PERSONAL_ACCESS_TOKEN`, `REMOTE_DRIVER_ADDRESS` from the environment. Store these in your client's env block or a secrets manager — never commit them to a repository — and grant the narrowest scope that still covers your use case.

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SHAFT MCP Server

Web automation and testing server using SHAFT Engine (Selenium-based)

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What is the SHAFT MCP Server?

Web automation and testing server using SHAFT Engine (Selenium-based)

What the server does

SHAFT MCP is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that enables Claude Desktop to perform web automation tasks using the SHAFT Engine (a Selenium-based test automation framework). This gives Claude powerful browser automation capabilities including:

Credentials and setup notes

Claude Desktop App (latest version) - Java 25 (OpenJDK 25 or newer) - for JAR-based installation - OR Docker - for Docker-based installation - Maven (only if building from source)

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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
driver_initialize	Launch browser (Chrome/Firefox/Safari/Edge)
driver_quit	Close browser
browser_navigate	Navigate to URL
browser_refresh	Refresh page
browser_maximize_window	Maximize browser window
browser_set_window_size	Set custom window size
browser_fullscreen_window	Set fullscreen mode
element_click	Click elements using locators (ID, CSS, XPath, etc.)
element_click_ai	Click elements using AI (natural language)
element_click_js	JavaScript-based clicking
element_double_click	Double-click elements
element_hover	Hover over elements
element_type	Type text into elements
element_type_ai	Type using AI element detection

Configuration

Claude Desktop App (latest version) - Java 25 (OpenJDK 25 or newer) - for JAR-based installation - OR Docker - for Docker-based installation - Maven (only if building from source)

Variable	Description	Required
GITHUB_PERSONAL_ACCESS_TOKEN	Credential the server authenticates with.	Yes
REMOTE_DRIVER_ADDRESS	Configuration value read at startup.	Optional

Example prompts to try

“Use SHAFT MCP to driver initialize.”
“Use SHAFT MCP to driver quit.”
“Use SHAFT MCP to browser navigate.”

Frequently asked questions

Web automation and testing server using SHAFT Engine (Selenium-based) Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.