codex - 💡(How to fix) Fix Can not use Browser Use on Windows + wsl due to lack of REPL js tool [1 comments, 2 participants]

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What version of the Codex App are you using (From “About Codex” dialog)?

26.422.21637

What subscription do you have?

Plus

What platform is your computer?

Microsoft Windows NT 10.0.26200.0 x64 / Linux 6.6.87.2-microsoft-standard-WSL2 x86_64 x86_64

What issue are you seeing?

On a brand new installed codex app, when trying to use the plugin "Browser use" it fail instantly cause the mcp__node_repl__js / node_repl js / js are missing

What steps can reproduce the bug?

i just clean installed the codex app (no previous .codex folder available) then configure it to use WSL,

What is the expected behavior?

codex is able to open browser / read browser without extra configuration needed

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TL;DR

The issue might be resolved by ensuring the necessary JavaScript files (mcp__node_repl__js, node_repl_js, js) are present and properly configured for the "Browser use" plugin in the Codex App.

Guidance

  • Verify the presence and integrity of the mentioned JavaScript files in the Codex App's installation directory or plugin folder.
  • Check the plugin configuration for "Browser use" to ensure it points to the correct location of these JavaScript files.
  • If the files are missing, try reinstalling the "Browser use" plugin or the Codex App itself to see if this resolves the issue.
  • Consider checking for any version compatibility issues between the Codex App version (26.422.21637) and the "Browser use" plugin.

Notes

The solution assumes that the missing JavaScript files are a critical component of the "Browser use" plugin's functionality. Without more information about the plugin's requirements or the Codex App's configuration, it's difficult to provide a more specific fix.

Recommendation

Apply workaround: Try reinstalling the "Browser use" plugin or the Codex App to ensure all necessary files are correctly installed and configured.

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codex - 💡(How to fix) Fix Can not use Browser Use on Windows + wsl due to lack of REPL js tool [1 comments, 2 participants]