How to install Playwright MCP in Codex
To install Playwright MCP in Codex, run "codex mcp add playwright-mcp -- npx -y playwright-mcp" in your terminal, then type /mcp in Codex to check it.
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Run the install command
In a terminal, run:
codex mcp add playwright-mcp -- npx -y playwright-mcp - 2
Check it
Inside Codex, type /mcp to see the server and its tools.
MCP servers run with your permissions. If Playwright MCP needs an API key, add it under env in the config. Check its README.
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Questions
Does Playwright MCP work in Codex?
Yes. Codex supports mcp servers in the codex cli and ide extension, and Playwright MCP installs with the steps above.
Playwright MCP does not show up in Codex. What now?
Restart Codex fully, check the JSON is valid, and make sure Node.js (for npx) is installed. See common MCP errors and fixes.
Is Playwright MCP safe?
It scores 59 of 100. Review the code before you install it, and only give it the access it needs. Grades and details.
