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Intermediate
When to say no to Playwright Automation?
The Answer
Playwright is not always the right tool. Avoid automating: (1) One-time tasks better done manually, (2) Highly unstable UIs under heavy development, (3) CAPTCHA/anti-bot systems, (4) Desktop (non-browser) applications, (5) Tests requiring real hardware (camera, USB).
Deep Dive Explanation
The cost of maintaining automation must be lower than the cost of manual testing. If a feature changes every sprint and breaks automation constantly, the ROI is negative. Also, Playwright is browser-based — native desktop apps, mobile (real device), and hardware integration tests require different tools (Appium, WinAppDriver, etc.).