DesktopCommanderMCP

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Desktop Commander MCP is a tool that extends Claude Desktop's capabilities by integrating Model Context Protocol (MCP). It allows users to execute and manage terminal commands, manage filesystem operations, and edit code, all from a unified interface without incurring additional API token costs.

Desktop Commander MCP

Search, update, manage files and run terminal commands with AI

Features

  • Execute terminal commands with output streaming
  • Command timeout and background execution support
  • Process and session management
  • Full filesystem operations including read/write and search
  • Code editing capabilities
  • Comprehensive audit and fuzzy search logging

Installation

  1. Install via npx with a setup command.
  2. Use a bash script for macOS.
  3. Install automatically via Smithery.
  4. Manual configuration through claude_desktop_config.json.
  5. Clone and build locally.

Usage

Provides tools for configuration, terminal, filesystem, and text editing, organized into categories for streamlined operations.

Configuration Tools

  • Manage server configuration with set and get value commands.
  • Use different shell environments for command execution.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is Desktop Commander?
  • How is it different from other tools?
  • Do I need to pay for API credits?
  • Does it automatically update?

Website

Visit desktopcommander.app for more information.