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playwright__browser_press_key

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Simulate keyboard input in a browser by pressing specific keys or characters, enabling automated testing of keyboard interactions.

Instructions

[playwright] Press a key on the keyboard

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
keyYesName of the key to press or a character to generate, such as `ArrowLeft` or `a`
Behavior2/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

Annotations already signal readOnly=false and destructiveHint=true, but the description adds no behavioral context beyond that, such as the possibility of triggering keyboard shortcuts, submitting forms, or navigating pages. It does not contradict the annotations, but it also does not disclose anything beyond what annotations already provide.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is a single clear sentence with no wasted words, and the core action is front-loaded. For a one-parameter tool this is an appropriately concise definition.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness3/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

The description plus schema is largely sufficient for an agent to invoke the tool correctly. However, it lacks usage context distinguishing it from sibling input tools and does not mention potential side effects, leaving a modest completeness gap.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters3/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema description coverage is 100% and the only parameter `key` is already well documented with examples like `ArrowLeft` and `a`. The description adds no additional parameter detail, so the baseline of 3 applies.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description uses a specific verb ('Press') and resource ('a key on the keyboard'), clearly identifying this as a keyboard-input tool. It does not explicitly distinguish itself from sibling tools like playwright__browser_type or playwright__browser_click, so it lacks sibling differentiation.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

There is no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives such as playwright__browser_type, playwright__browser_fill_form, or playwright__browser_click. No context is given about the kinds of interactions that require a key press rather than text input or mouse actions.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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