// MCP TOOL REFERENCE

PLAYWRIGHT MCP FOR MACOS TOOLS

9 tools from the Playwright MCP for macOS MCP Server, categorised by risk level.

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// ALL 9 PLAYWRIGHT MCP FOR MACOS TOOLS

READ 6 tools

Read check_accessibility_permissions Check if accessibility permissions are properly configured. Read find_elements Find UI elements matching a JSONPath selector. Read find_elements_in_app find_elements_in_app Read get_app_overview Get a quick overview of all running applications with shallow UI inspection. Read get_element_details Get detailed information about a specific UI element. Read list_running_applications List all currently running applications with basic info.

WRITE 1 tools

Write type_text_to_element_by_selector Type text into a UI element using JSONPath selector.

EXECUTE 2 tools

Execute click_at_position Click at a specific screen position using coordinates. Execute click_element_by_selector Click a UI element using accessibility actions (AXPress) via JSONPath selector.

// FAQ

How many tools does the Playwright MCP for macOS MCP server have? +

The Playwright MCP for macOS MCP server exposes 9 tools across 3 categories: Read, Write, Execute.

How do I enforce policies on Playwright MCP for macOS tools? +

Route the Playwright MCP for macOS server through the PolicyLayer gateway. Define allow, deny, or approval rules per tool in the dashboard; they are enforced on every call before it reaches the server.

What risk categories do Playwright MCP for macOS tools fall into? +

Playwright MCP for macOS tools are categorised as Read (6), Write (1), Execute (2). Each category has a recommended default policy.

Enforce policy on every Playwright MCP for macOS tool call.

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