Claude Desktop API Integration via MCP
by mlobo2012
This project provides an MCP server implementation that enables seamless integration between Claude Desktop and the Claude API. It allows you to bypass Professional Plan limitations and access advanced features like custom system prompts and conversation management.
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What is Claude Desktop API Integration via MCP?
This is an MCP server that bridges Claude Desktop with the Claude API, enabling advanced features and bypassing Professional Plan limitations.
How to use Claude Desktop API Integration via MCP?
Clone the repository, install dependencies, configure the environment with your API key, configure Claude Desktop to use the MCP server, and then use the @claude-api command in Claude Desktop to access API features.
Key features of Claude Desktop API Integration via MCP
Direct Claude API integration via MCP
Conversation history tracking and management
System prompt support
Seamless switching between Professional Plan and API usage
Use cases of Claude Desktop API Integration via MCP
Using longer context windows
Using custom system prompts
Bypassing rate limits
Advanced conversation management
FAQ from Claude Desktop API Integration via MCP
How do I use the API features?
How do I use the API features?
Use the @claude-api command followed by your query or command in Claude Desktop.
How do I set a custom system prompt?
How do I set a custom system prompt?
Use the @claude-api command with a JSON object containing the system_prompt key, e.g., @claude-api {"system_prompt": "You are an expert fitness coach"} Create a workout plan.
How do I manage conversations?
How do I manage conversations?
Use the @claude-api command with a JSON object containing the conversation_id key to start or continue a conversation. Use get_conversation_history and clear_conversation to manage history.
What are MCP tools?
What are MCP tools?
MCP tools are functions available through the MCP server, such as query_claude, clear_conversation, and get_conversation_history.
How do I troubleshoot API key issues?
How do I troubleshoot API key issues?
Verify your API key in the .env file, check the Claude Desktop config paths, and ensure the API key has the correct permissions.