Webtools FAQs

Question 1

What kind of performance analysis does Webtools offer?

Accepted Answer

Webtools offers advanced performance analysis including layout thrashing detection, CSS variables impact analysis, JavaScript execution timeline, memory and DOM size analysis, and resource loading optimization, as well as Core Web Vitals analysis.

Question 2

Can I use Webtools with Claude Desktop?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Webtools can be integrated with Claude Desktop by adding it to your configuration. Refer to the documentation for the specific configuration settings needed.

Question 3

How do I install and configure Webtools?

Accepted Answer

You can install Webtools globally using `npm install -g @bschauer/webtools-mcp-server` or run it directly with `npx @bschauer/webtools-mcp-server`. Configuration is done via a `~/.mcp/webtools-mcp-server.config.json` file or environment variables.

Question 4

What is Webtools?

Accepted Answer

Webtools is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server providing comprehensive web analysis tools. It includes HTML extraction, markdown conversion, screenshot capture, debug console, performance analysis, and Lighthouse-powered web audits.

Question 5

What are the core features of Webtools?

Accepted Answer

Core features include HTML extraction with JavaScript rendering and proxy support, markdown conversion with content extraction and link preservation, screenshot capture with device emulation, Lighthouse audits, and advanced performance analysis with layout thrashing detection.

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