MCP Server
Browserbase MCP Server Tools
This guide covers the specialized tools available in the Browserbase MCP server for browser automation and interaction.
Overview
Browserbase MCP provides a variety of tools to interact with and control browser sessions. These tools allow you to perform actions like navigating pages, capturing screenshots, manipulating cookies, and more.
Available Tools
Browser Control
| Tool | Description |
|---|---|
| browserbase_press_key | Simulates keyboard input (does not use ref) |
| browserbase_close | Closes the browser session |
| browserbase_wait | Waits for a specified condition |
| browserbase_resize | Resizes the browser viewport |
| browserbase_navigate_backward | Navigates to the previous page in history |
Content Interaction
| Tool | Description |
|---|---|
| browserbase_get_text | Extracts text content from the page or element using selector (does not use ref) |
| browserbase_screen_capture | Takes a screenshot of the current page |
| browserbase_select_option | Selects an option from a dropdown menu |
Session Management
| Tool | Description |
|---|---|
| browserbase_session_create | Manages Browserbase session creation and reuse |
| browserbase_context_create | Creates a persistent Browserbase context |
| browserbase_context_delete | Deletes a Browserbase context |
Cookie Management
| Tool | Description |
|---|---|
| browserbase_cookies_add | Inserts cookies into the current session |
| browserbase_cookies_get | Retrieves cookies from the current session |
Further Reading
For more in-depth coverage, usage patterns, or troubleshooting: