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MCP Filesystem Server is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server designed for efficient and intelligent interaction with large files and filesystems. It supports advanced file operations, secure file access, and features that optimize token and performance efficiency, making it a valuable tool for handling large data sets.
MCP Filesystem Server
A powerful Model Context Protocol (MCP) server designed for efficient filesystem operations. It features smart context management and intelligent file manipulation, providing enhanced operations like advanced search and editing, and is optimized for handling large files and directories. The server supports secure file access, comprehensive file system capabilities, and is cross-platform compatible.
Key Features
- Smart Context Management: Efficient handling of large files
- Secure File Access: Operations within allowed directories
- Comprehensive Operations: Standard and enhanced operations such as tree visualization and duplicate finding
- Performance Optimized: Fast searches with ripgrep integration
Usage
- Monitor server logs with
tailon macOS orGet-Contenton Windows - Run the server using
uvor Python - Integrate with MCP Inspector for interactive testing
Advantages
- Token efficiency with smart operations
- Intelligent editing with content verification
- Advanced search capabilities with ripgrep
- Security through robust path validation
Known Issues
- Path resolution requires absolute paths
- Performance considerations for large directories or files
- Enforces strict directory permissions