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Playwright needs matching browser binaries for each version. Install them with the CLI, select browsers with projects or channels, and manage their dependencies and storage with the documented options.

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Syntax

npx playwright install [browser]
npx playwright install-deps [browser]
npx playwright install --with-deps [browser]
npx playwright test --project=<project>

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  • install browsers
  • install system dependencies
  • PLAYWRIGHT_BROWSERS_PATH
  • PLAYWRIGHT_DOWNLOAD_HOST
  • PLAYWRIGHT_SKIP_BROWSER_GC
  • Chromium
  • Firefox
  • WebKit

Source: Browsers | Playwright. Checked 2026-11-03.