🔗 Official Repository
github.com/wonderwhy-er/DesktopCommanderMCPAlways check the official repository for the latest setup instructions and license.
What is it?
A swiss-army-knife that can manage/execute programs and read/write/search/edit code and text files. — is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server enabling AI applications like Claude and Cursor to securely access command line capabilities through the open protocol.
Common Use Cases
- Connect Claude or Cursor directly to command line
- Automating repetitive tasks through AI agents
- Building smart workflows combining multiple tools in one pipeline
Quick Install (Claude Desktop)
{
"mcpServers": {
"DesktopCommanderMCP": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "wonderwhy-er/DesktopCommanderMCP"]
}
}
}Add to your Claude Desktop config file after installing requirements per the repo instructions.