Deno2 Playwright MCP Server

What is deno2-playwright-mcp-server?

deno2-playwright-mcp-server is a cutting-edge Model Context Protocol (MCP) server developed by jakedahn. It leverages the Playwright framework to offer advanced browser automation capabilities. This server is designed to enable Language Learning Models (LLMs) to interact dynamically with web pages. Through this server, LLMs can take screenshots, execute JavaScript, and perform other browser-related tasks in a real browser environment. By using Deno 2, this server benefits from a streamlined setup, allowing for the compilation and execution of binaries without additional runtime dependencies.

How to Use deno2-playwright-mcp-server

To get started with deno2-playwright-mcp-server, you need to build an executable binary for your operating system. The server supports building for macOS, Linux (x86_64 and ARM64), and Windows (x86_64). Here are the steps to build and run the server:

1. Build the Binary:

   • For macOS: Use deno task build-mac
   • For Linux x86_64: Use deno task build-linux-x86_64
   • For Linux ARM64: Use deno task build-linux-ARM64
   • For Windows x86_64: Use deno task build-windows-x86_64

2. Configure and Run:

   • Update your configuration file located at ~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json.
   • Ensure it points to the path of your compiled playwright-server binary:

   {
     "mcpServers": {
       "playwright": {
         "command": "/path/to/deno2-playwright-mcp-server/playwright-server"
       }
     }
   }
   

3. Invoke the Server:

   • Once configured, invoke the server to start processing requests and performing browser automation tasks.

Key Features of deno2-playwright-mcp-server

• Browser Automation: Utilize Playwright to automate tasks within a real browser, enabling LLMs to interact with web pages efficiently.
• Screenshot Capability: Capture and retrieve screenshots of web pages, aiding visual analysis and documentation.
• JavaScript Execution: Execute JavaScript directly within the browser environment, providing flexible and dynamic web interactions.
• Cross-Platform Support: Build and run on multiple operating systems, including macOS, Linux, and Windows, ensuring versatility and broad accessibility.
• Efficient Setup: With Deno 2, enjoy a hassle-free setup with no need for additional runtime dependencies, making the server straightforward to deploy and maintain.

The deno2-playwright-mcp-server is an essential tool for those looking to integrate browser automation into their AI workflows, offering a robust and versatile solution for real-time web interaction and data processing.