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Playwright MCP.
Let an agent inspect and interact with browser pages using Playwright.
BuildMicrosoftSource checked 12 Oct 2026
When it earns a place.
A development agent needs browser interaction or exploratory UI checks.
How to start.
Add `npx @playwright/mcp@latest` as a local MCP server, then follow the Playwright setup guide for your client.
Open the original instructionsWhat it needs.
Node.js 20 or newer and a compatible MCP client; browser setup may be required.
Before you connect it.
Browser sessions may contain private data or perform actions; constrain sites and permissions.