excel-reader-mcp

excel-reader-mcp

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The MCP Excel Reader is a tool for handling large Excel files efficiently by leveraging automatic chunking and pagination. It is built on SheetJS and integrated with the MCP ecosystem, ensuring optimal performance and error handling.

What file formats does the MCP Excel Reader support?

The MCP Excel Reader supports .xlsx and .xls file formats.

How does the tool handle large Excel files?

The tool automatically chunks large Excel files into manageable pieces, with a default chunk size of 100KB, and provides metadata for pagination.

Can I select a specific sheet to read from an Excel file?

Yes, you can specify a sheet name to read from. If not specified, it defaults to the first sheet.

What happens if the Excel file is malformed?

The MCP Excel Reader includes error handling and validation to manage malformed files gracefully, providing clear error messages.

Is it possible to extend the tool with additional features?

Yes, the tool is built on SheetJS and can be extended with features like formula handling, cell formatting, and data validation.