Selenium MCP Server
Servidor Selenium MCP
insignia de herrería
Un servidor MCP que usa Selenium para interactuar con una instancia de WebDriver. Creado con la plantilla MCP-Server-Starter .
Descripción general
Este servidor permite que los agentes de IA controlen una sesión de navegador web a través de Selenium WebDriver, lo que habilita tareas como raspado web, pruebas automatizadas y llenado de formularios a través del Protocolo de contexto de modelo.
Related MCP server: mcp-selenium-python
Componentes principales
Servidor MCP : expone las acciones de Selenium WebDriver como herramientas MCP.
Selenium WebDriver : interactúa con el navegador.
Clientes MCP : hosts de IA (como Cursor, Claude Desktop) que pueden utilizar las herramientas expuestas.
Prerrequisitos
Node.js (v18 o posterior)
npm (v7 o posterior)
Un ejecutable WebDriver (por ejemplo, ChromeDriver, GeckoDriver) instalado y disponible en la RUTA de su sistema.
Un navegador web compatible (por ejemplo, Chrome, Firefox).
Empezando
Clonar el repositorio:
git clone <your-repo-url> selenium-mcp-server cd selenium-mcp-serverInstalar dependencias:
npm installConfigurar WebDriver:
Asegúrese de que su WebDriver (por ejemplo,
chromedriver) esté instalado y en su RUTA.Modifique
src/seleniumService.ts(creará este archivo) si es necesario para especificar las opciones del navegador o las rutas de WebDriver.
Construir el servidor:
npm run buildEjecutar el servidor:
npm startAlternativamente, intégrelo con un host MCP como Cursor o Claude Desktop (consulte las secciones de Integración a continuación).
Herramientas
Este servidor proporcionará herramientas como:
selenium_navigate: navega el navegador a una URL específica.selenium_findElement: encuentra un elemento en la página usando un selector CSS.selenium_click: hace clic en un elemento.selenium_sendKeys: envía pulsaciones de teclas a un elemento.selenium_getPageSource: recupera el código HTML de la página actual.(Agregue más herramientas según sea necesario)
Implementación de TypeScript
El servidor utiliza las bibliotecas @modelcontextprotocol/sdk y selenium-webdriver .
import { Server } from "@modelcontextprotocol/sdk/server/index.js";
import { StdioServerTransport } from "@modelcontextprotocol/sdk/server/stdio.js";
import { Builder, By, Key, until, WebDriver } from 'selenium-webdriver';
// Basic server setup (details in src/index.ts)
const server = new Server({
name: "selenium-mcp-server",
version: "0.1.0",
capabilities: {
tools: {}, // Enable tools capability
}
});
// Selenium WebDriver setup (details in src/seleniumService.ts)
let driver: WebDriver;
async function initializeWebDriver() {
driver = await new Builder().forBrowser('chrome').build(); // Or 'firefox', etc.
}
// Example tool implementation (details in src/tools/)
server.registerTool('selenium_navigate', {
description: 'Navigates the browser to a specific URL.',
inputSchema: { /* ... zod schema ... */ },
outputSchema: { /* ... zod schema ... */ },
handler: async (params) => {
await driver.get(params.url);
return { success: true };
}
});
// Connect transport
async function startServer() {
await initializeWebDriver();
const transport = new StdioServerTransport();
await server.connect(transport);
console.log("Selenium MCP Server connected via stdio.");
// Graceful shutdown
process.on('SIGINT', async () => {
console.log("Shutting down WebDriver...");
if (driver) {
await driver.quit();
}
process.exit(0);
});
}
startServer();Desarrollo
Construir:
npm run buildEjecutar:
npm start(ejecutanode build/index.js)Pelusa:
npm run lintFormato:
npm run format
Depuración
Utilice el Inspector MCP o las técnicas de depuración estándar de Node.js.
Integración con hosts MCP
(Conserve las secciones relevantes del README original para Cursor, Claude Desktop, Smithery, etc., actualizando rutas y comandos según sea necesario)
Integración del cursor
Construye tu servidor :
npm run buildEn el cursor:
Settings>Features>MCP: agregar un nuevo servidor MCP.Registra tu servidor :
Seleccione
stdiocomo tipo de transporte.Nombre:
Selenium Server(o similar).Comando:
node /path/to/selenium-mcp-server/build/index.js.
Ahorrar .
Integración de escritorio de Claude
Construye tu servidor :
npm run buildModificar
claude_desktop_config.json:{ "mcpServers": { "selenium-mcp-server": { "command": "node", "args": [ "/path/to/selenium-mcp-server/build/index.js" ] } } }Reinicie Claude Desktop .
Mejores prácticas
Utilice TypeScript y Zod para la seguridad y validación de tipos.
Mantenga las herramientas modulares (por ejemplo, un archivo por herramienta en
src/tools/).Maneje los errores de WebDriver con elegancia (por ejemplo, elemento no encontrado, problemas de navegación).
Asegúrese de que WebDriver se apague correctamente (por ejemplo,
driver.quit()al salir del servidor).Siga las mejores prácticas de MCP para esquemas, manejo de errores y tipos de contenido.
Más información
Créditos
Basado en la plantilla creada por Seth Rose :
Sitio web : https://www.sethrose.dev
𝕏 (Twitter) : https://x.com/TheSethRose
🦋 (Cielo azul) : https://bsky.app/profile/sethrose.dev
Available Tools
6 toolsbrowser_clickC
Perform click on a web page
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| element | Yes | Human-readable element description | |
| ref | Yes | Exact target element reference from the page snapshot |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden but only states the basic action without disclosing behavioral traits. It doesn't mention whether this is a safe operation, what happens on failure (e.g., element not found), if it triggers page navigation, or any side effects like waiting for page loads. The description is minimal and lacks crucial operational context.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
The description is extremely concise with just four words, front-loading the essential action without any wasted words. Every part of the sentence earns its place by specifying both the action and target.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
Given the complexity of a browser interaction tool with no annotations and no output schema, the description is incomplete. It doesn't explain what happens after the click (e.g., page changes, navigation), error conditions, or how it integrates with sibling tools like 'browser_snapshot' for obtaining element references. For a tool that performs page mutations, more context is needed.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
Schema description coverage is 100%, so the schema already documents both parameters ('element' as human-readable description and 'ref' as exact target reference). The description adds no additional meaning about these parameters beyond what the schema provides, maintaining the baseline score.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description clearly states the action ('Perform click') and target ('on a web page'), providing a specific verb+resource combination. However, it doesn't distinguish this tool from potential sibling interactions like 'browser_type' or 'browser_wait_for' in terms of when clicking is appropriate versus other browser actions.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like 'browser_type' or 'browser_wait_for'. It doesn't mention prerequisites (e.g., needing a page snapshot first) or contextual constraints (e.g., only usable after navigation).
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
browser_snapshotB
Capture accessibility snapshot of the current page
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
No parameters | |||
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden but only states what the tool does without behavioral details. It doesn't disclose whether this is a read-only operation, what permissions are needed, how it handles errors, or the format of the snapshot output, which are critical for a tool interacting with a browser.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
The description is a single, clear sentence with no wasted words, front-loading the key action and target. It's appropriately sized for a simple tool with no parameters.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
Given the complexity of browser interactions and lack of annotations or output schema, the description is incomplete. It doesn't explain what an 'accessibility snapshot' entails, how it's returned, or any behavioral constraints, leaving significant gaps for an AI agent to understand tool usage.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
The tool has 0 parameters with 100% schema description coverage, so no parameter information is needed. The description appropriately doesn't mention parameters, earning a baseline score of 4 for not introducing unnecessary details.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description clearly states the action ('capture') and target ('accessibility snapshot of the current page'), making the purpose immediately understandable. However, it doesn't explicitly differentiate from sibling tools like 'browser_take_screenshot', which might capture visual content rather than accessibility data.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like 'browser_take_screenshot' or other browser tools. It lacks context about prerequisites (e.g., needing a page loaded) or exclusions, leaving usage unclear.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
browser_take_screenshotC
Take a screenshot of the current page
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| filename | No | File name to save the screenshot to | |
| raw | No | Whether to return without compression (PNG format) |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It mentions the action but lacks details on permissions needed, file storage location, error handling, or whether it captures the full page or viewport. This leaves significant gaps for an AI agent to understand the tool's behavior.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
The description is a single, direct sentence with no wasted words, making it highly concise and front-loaded. It efficiently communicates the core purpose without unnecessary elaboration.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
Given the lack of annotations and output schema, the description is incomplete. It doesn't address what the tool returns (e.g., file path, binary data), error conditions, or dependencies like requiring an active browser session, which are critical for a screenshot tool.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
The input schema has 100% description coverage, clearly documenting both parameters. The description does not add any additional meaning or context beyond what the schema provides, such as default values or usage examples, so it meets the baseline for high schema coverage.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description clearly states the action ('take a screenshot') and the target ('current page'), which is specific and unambiguous. However, it doesn't differentiate from sibling tools like 'browser_snapshot' which might have overlapping functionality, preventing a perfect score.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives such as 'browser_snapshot' or other screenshot-related methods. The description only states what it does, not the context or prerequisites for its use.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
browser_typeC
Type text into editable element
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| element | Yes | Human-readable element description | |
| ref | Yes | Exact target element reference from the page snapshot | |
| submit | No | Whether to submit entered text (press Enter after) | |
| text | Yes | Text to type into the element |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations are provided, so the description carries full burden for behavioral disclosure. 'Type text into editable element' implies a mutation/write operation but doesn't specify side effects (e.g., whether it triggers events, changes page state, or requires focus). It also omits error conditions (e.g., if element isn't editable) and doesn't describe what happens after typing (e.g., whether it waits for page updates). For a mutation tool with zero annotation coverage, this is inadequate.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
The description is a single, efficient sentence with zero wasted words. It's front-loaded with the core action ('Type text') and target ('editable element'), making it immediately understandable. Every word earns its place by conveying essential purpose.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
Given the tool's complexity (mutation with 4 parameters, no annotations, no output schema), the description is insufficient. It doesn't explain return values, error handling, or behavioral nuances like the 'submit' parameter's effect. For a browser automation tool that modifies page state, more context is needed to ensure safe and correct usage by an agent.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
Schema description coverage is 100%, with all parameters well-documented in the schema (element, ref, submit, text). The description adds no parameter-specific information beyond implying 'text' is typed and 'element' is editable. Since the schema already provides full descriptions, the baseline score of 3 is appropriate—the description doesn't compensate but doesn't need to given high schema coverage.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description 'Type text into editable element' clearly states the action (type) and target (editable element), providing a specific verb+resource combination. However, it doesn't distinguish this tool from potential sibling interactions like browser_click or browser_wait_for, which might also involve editable elements in different ways.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It doesn't mention prerequisites (e.g., needing a page snapshot first), when not to use it (e.g., for non-editable elements), or how it relates to sibling tools like browser_click or browser_submit (if that existed). The agent must infer usage from context alone.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
browser_wait_forC
Wait for text to appear or disappear or a specified time to pass
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| text | No | The text to wait for | |
| textGone | No | The text to wait for to disappear | |
| time | No | The time to wait in seconds |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden but offers minimal behavioral insight. It mentions what the tool does (waiting) but not how it behaves—e.g., timeout behavior, error handling, or interaction with browser state. This leaves critical operational details unspecified for a tool with potential side effects.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
The description is extremely concise—a single sentence that directly states the tool's function without redundancy. Every word contributes to understanding, and it's front-loaded with the core purpose, making it efficient and easy to parse.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
Given no annotations, no output schema, and a tool that interacts with dynamic browser state, the description is incomplete. It lacks details on return values, failure modes, or dependencies on other browser tools, leaving gaps for safe and effective use in automation contexts.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
Schema description coverage is 100%, so parameters are well-documented in the schema. The description adds no additional meaning beyond implying these parameters are used for waiting conditions. It doesn't clarify mutual exclusivity or default behaviors, but the schema already covers basics, meeting the baseline.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description clearly states the tool's purpose as waiting for text to appear/disappear or for time to pass, which is specific and actionable. It distinguishes itself from siblings like browser_click or browser_type by focusing on waiting rather than interaction. However, it doesn't explicitly mention browser context, which could slightly improve clarity.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It doesn't specify scenarios where waiting for text is preferable to waiting for time, or when to use this over other browser tools. Without usage context, the agent must infer appropriate applications.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
Tool Schema Changelog
Recent tool additions, removals, and schema changes observed during successful MCP inspections.
6 tool updates
v1.0.0- First observed
browser_click - First observed
browser_navigate - First observed
browser_snapshot - First observed
browser_take_screenshot - First observed
browser_type - First observed
browser_wait_for
TDQS
Scored across 6 tools
Each tool has a clearly distinct purpose with no overlap: clicking, navigating, capturing snapshots, taking screenshots, typing text, and waiting for conditions. The descriptions make it easy to differentiate between them, eliminating any ambiguity in tool selection.
All tools follow a consistent 'browser_' prefix with descriptive action names (e.g., click, navigate, snapshot). This uniform snake_case pattern makes the tool set predictable and easy to understand, enhancing usability for agents.
With 6 tools, the server is well-scoped for web automation tasks. Each tool serves a specific, essential function in the Selenium domain, avoiding bloat while covering core interactions like navigation, input, and monitoring.
The tool set covers key web automation actions (navigation, interaction, monitoring), but lacks some common operations like form submission, element selection, or handling alerts. However, agents can work around these gaps using existing tools, making it mostly complete for basic workflows.
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