Excel MCP Server
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The Excel MCP Server allows you to manipulate Excel files programmatically without needing Microsoft Excel installed. It enables AI agents to create, read, and modify Excel workbooks.
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What is Excel MCP Server?
The Excel MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that provides an interface for manipulating Excel files. It allows programmatic access to Excel functionality, enabling tasks such as creating, reading, modifying, and formatting Excel workbooks without requiring a local installation of Microsoft Excel.
How to use Excel MCP Server?
To use the server, first clone the repository and install the dependencies using uv pip install -e .. Then, start the server using uv run excel-mcp-server, optionally specifying a custom port using the FASTMCP_PORT environment variable. The server can then be integrated with AI tools like Cursor IDE by configuring the MCP server URL and environment variables.
Key features of Excel MCP Server
Create and modify Excel workbooks
Read and write data
Apply formatting and styles
Create charts and visualizations
Generate pivot tables
Manage worksheets and ranges
Use cases of Excel MCP Server
Automated report generation
Data analysis and manipulation
Integration with AI agents for data processing
Building custom Excel-based applications
Programmatic Excel file management
FAQ from Excel MCP Server
What is the default port for the server?
What is the default port for the server?
The default port is 8000.
Where are Excel files stored by default?
Where are Excel files stored by default?
By default, Excel files are stored in the ./excel_files directory.
What transport protocol does the server use?
What transport protocol does the server use?
The server uses Server-Sent Events (SSE) transport protocol.
Can I use this server with Claude Desktop?
Can I use this server with Claude Desktop?
Yes, you can use it with Claude Desktop via Supergateway to convert SSE to stdio.
Where can I find documentation for all available tools?
Where can I find documentation for all available tools?
See TOOLS.md for complete documentation of all available tools.