mcp-server-restart
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The `mcp-server-restart` package provides a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server for restarting Claude Desktop for Mac. It allows users to restart Claude Desktop by simply asking Claude to do so.
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What is mcp-server-restart?
mcp-server-restart is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server designed to allow users to restart the Claude Desktop application on macOS using natural language commands within Claude.
How to use mcp-server-restart?
To use mcp-server-restart, you need to install it by adding its configuration to your Claude Desktop config file (~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json). Then, you can simply ask Claude to "restart Claude" and the server will handle the restart process.
Key features of mcp-server-restart
Provides a status resource (claude://status) with running status, PID, and timestamp.
Implements a
restart_claudetool to safely terminate and relaunch Claude Desktop.Offers progress notifications during the restart process.
Integrates seamlessly with Claude Desktop via MCP.
Use cases of mcp-server-restart
Automating Claude Desktop restarts after installing MCP tools.
Quickly restarting Claude Desktop without manual intervention.
Integrating Claude Desktop restarts into automated workflows.
Troubleshooting Claude Desktop issues by quickly restarting the application.
FAQ from mcp-server-restart
What is MCP?
What is MCP?
MCP stands for Model Context Protocol, a system for extending Claude's capabilities with external tools.
How do I install mcp-server-restart?
How do I install mcp-server-restart?
You install it by adding a configuration block to your Claude Desktop config file, as described in the README.
What does the claude://status resource provide?
What does the claude://status resource provide?
It returns a JSON object containing the current status of Claude Desktop, including its running status, process ID (PID), and a timestamp.
How does the restart_claude tool work?
How does the restart_claude tool work?
It safely terminates the existing Claude Desktop process (if running) and then launches a new instance, providing progress notifications during the process.
Do I need to install mcp-installer to use mcp-server-restart?
Do I need to install mcp-installer to use mcp-server-restart?
No, you can install mcp-server-restart independently, but mcp-installer can simplify the process of installing other MCP tools.