Overview
This node integrates with the Browser Use service to automate browser interactions using AI. It supports multiple operations such as running new browser automation tasks with natural language instructions, stopping tasks, pausing, resuming, retrieving task status, media, and details, and listing tasks. It can connect either via a cloud API or a locally running bridge service. This node is useful for automating web browsing tasks like data extraction, testing, or repetitive web interactions without manual intervention.
Use Case Examples
- Run a task to navigate to a website, perform searches, and extract data automatically.
- Stop a running browser automation task by specifying its task ID.
- Retrieve a screenshot or video captured during a browser automation task for review.
Properties
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Connection Type | Selects whether to connect to Browser Use via the Cloud API or a Local Bridge service. |
| Task ID | The unique identifier of the browser automation task to interact with. Required for operations like stopping, pausing, resuming, or retrieving task details. |
Output
JSON
json- Contains the response data from the Browser Use API for the requested operation, such as task details, status, media content, or confirmation of task control actions.
Dependencies
- Requires credentials for either Browser Use Cloud API (API key) or Local Bridge API (URL and optional token).
Troubleshooting
- Common issues include missing or invalid API keys or URLs, causing connection failures to the Browser Use service.
- Error messages related to failed connections indicate problems reaching the Cloud API or Local Bridge endpoint; verify credentials and network accessibility.
- If the Local Bridge option is selected, ensure the Python service is properly installed and running as per documentation.
Links
- Browser Use Documentation - Official documentation for setting up and using Browser Use, including Local Bridge setup instructions.