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What is Model Context Protocol (MCP)?

Model Context Protocol (MCP) is an open standard that allows AI assistants like Claude to interact with external tools and capabilities. MCP creates a structured communication channel between AI models and various tools, extending what these models can do beyond just generating text.

With MCP, Claude can:

  • Access real-time information from the web
  • Perform actions on websites
  • Extract data from web pages
  • Execute complex workflows that combine multiple tools

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Browserbase MCP Server

The Browserbase MCP Server implements the Model Context Protocol to provide Claude with web automation capabilities powered by Playwright. This allows Claude to interact with websites, perform searches, fill forms, click buttons, and extract information—all without leaving the conversation.

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See it in Action:

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Key Benefits

  • Real-time web access: Claude can retrieve up-to-date information beyond its training data
  • Interactive automation: Perform actions on websites based on your instructions
  • Structured data extraction: Collect specific information from websites in a structured format
  • Seamless experience: All web interactions happen within your Claude conversation

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Example Use Cases

  • Research: Ask Claude to search for specific information and summarize findings
  • Comparison shopping: Have Claude find and compare prices across multiple websites
  • Data collection: Extract structured data from websites for analysis
  • Form submission: Complete and submit web forms based on your requirements
  • Content monitoring: Check websites for updates or specific information

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Resources

The server provides access to:

  1. Console Logs (console://logs)
    • Browser console output for debugging
  2. Screenshots (screenshot://<name>)
    • Visual captures of web pages during automation

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Further Reading