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browsercat_fill

Automatically populate web form fields using CSS selectors to input specified values, enabling automated data entry in browser interactions.

Instructions

Fill out an input field

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
selectorYesCSS selector for input field
valueYesValue to fill

Implementation Reference

  • The handler for the 'browsercat_fill' tool. It waits for the specified selector to appear, types the provided value into the input field using Puppeteer's page.type method, and returns success or error message.
    case "browsercat_fill":
      try {
        await page.waitForSelector(args.selector);
        await page.type(args.selector, args.value);
        return {
          content: [{
            type: "text",
            text: `Filled ${args.selector} with: ${args.value}`,
          }],
          isError: false,
        };
      } catch (error) {
        return {
          content: [{
            type: "text",
            text: `Failed to fill ${args.selector}: ${(error as Error).message}`,
          }],
          isError: true,
        };
      }
  • Tool definition including name, description, and input schema for 'browsercat_fill'. Defines required parameters: selector (CSS selector for input) and value (string to fill).
    {
      name: "browsercat_fill",
      description: "Fill out an input field",
      inputSchema: {
        type: "object",
        properties: {
          selector: { type: "string", description: "CSS selector for input field" },
          value: { type: "string", description: "Value to fill" },
        },
        required: ["selector", "value"],
      },
    },
  • index.ts:421-423 (registration)
    Registration of all tools (including browsercat_fill) via the ListToolsRequestSchema handler, which returns the TOOLS array containing the tool definitions.
    server.setRequestHandler(ListToolsRequestSchema, async () => ({
      tools: TOOLS,
    }));
  • index.ts:425-427 (registration)
    Registration of the CallToolRequestSchema handler, which dispatches tool calls (including browsercat_fill) to the handleToolCall function based on the tool name.
    server.setRequestHandler(CallToolRequestSchema, async (request) =>
      handleToolCall(request.params.name, request.params.arguments ?? {})
    );

Schema Changelog

Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.

  1. First observed

TDQS

C2.9/5.0
Behavior1/5

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

The description provides no behavioral details beyond the action-name. It does not mention whether the field is cleared first, if events are triggered, or error handling. With no annotations, this is insufficient.

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

Conciseness4/5

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

The description is extremely concise with one sentence, which is appropriate for a simple action. No unnecessary words, but could benefit from slightly more structure (e.g., stating the effect).

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

Completeness2/5

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

Given the simplicity of the tool, the description covers the bare minimum. However, it lacks context on what happens on success/failure, and its behavioral impact (e.g., triggering events). Incomplete for a fully autonomous agent.

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 coverage is 100%, so both parameters already have descriptions. The tool description adds no new meaning, so baseline 3 is appropriate.

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

Purpose5/5

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

The description clearly specifies the action ('Fill out') and the target ('input field'), which distinguishes it from sibling tools like click, hover, navigate, etc. It is specific and unambiguous.

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?

No guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives (e.g., when to fill vs. click or select). The description does not mention prerequisites or when not to use it.

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