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Claude Code v2.1.38 ·

Browser Switching for Chrome Automation

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JSON All of v2.1.38
EntryKind: in v2.1.38,
ChangesSection of the release
What

Switch between multiple Chrome browsers when using Claude's browser automation features.

Usage: Invoke the switch_browser tool when you want to connect to a different Chrome instance.

Details
  • Broadcasts a connection request to all Chrome browsers with the Claude extension installed
  • User clicks 'Connect' in the desired browser to switch
  • Only available with bridge connections (shows error otherwise)
  • Useful for multi-browser development/testing workflows
Evidence

Tool definition (search for "Switch which Chrome browser is used for browser automation")

Strings lifted out of the shipped bundle, so the claim above can be checked against them.

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