MCP File Server
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MCP File Server is a Node.js application that implements a secure and standardized way to interact with the file system through the MCP protocol. It's suitable for integration with AI assistants and developer tools.
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What is MCP File Server?
MCP File Server is a Node.js application that implements an MCP server specifically for file operations. It provides a secure and standardized way to interact with the file system through the MCP protocol.
How to use MCP File Server?
To use the server, clone the repository, install dependencies using npm install, and start the server with npm start. You can then interact with it through an AI assistant or developer tool by sending commands to list, read, write, and delete files, set the base directory, and execute git commands.
Key features of MCP File Server
Secure file operations
Standardized MCP interface
Base directory management from chat
Git command execution
Modular architecture
Robust path validation
Use cases of MCP File Server
Integrating file system access into AI assistants like Claude
Automating file management tasks in developer tools like Cursor
Providing a secure file server for collaborative projects
Enabling remote file access and manipulation
Building custom file management workflows
FAQ from MCP File Server
How do I set the base directory?
How do I set the base directory?
You can set the base directory directly from the chat interface using the set_base_directory tool. Provide the absolute path to the new directory.
How do I execute Git commands?
How do I execute Git commands?
Use the git_command tool and specify the Git command you want to execute. You can also specify the shell to use (cmd, powershell, bash).
What are the security features?
What are the security features?
The server includes robust path validation, careful normalization and resolution of file paths, command validation, operation logging, and secure handling of relative paths.
Where can I find the logs?
Where can I find the logs?
The logs are stored in the log/mcp_debug.log file.
What if I get a 'Path Access Error'?
What if I get a 'Path Access Error'?
Ensure the BASE_DIRECTORY environment variable is set to a location that the process has permission to access.