Apple Shortcuts MCP Server
BasicThe Apple Shortcuts MCP Server allows AI assistants to control Apple Shortcuts automations, triggering shortcuts and automating tasks on macOS safely and effectively. Users can list and run shortcuts via voice commands or commands in Claude Desktop.
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Overview
The Apple Shortcuts MCP Server allows AI assistants to control Apple Shortcuts automations, triggering shortcuts and automating tasks on macOS safely and effectively. Users can list and run shortcuts via voice commands or commands in Claude Desktop.
Installation
1Install the package
npx
Ensure Node.js (v18 or higher) and Claude Desktop are installed on macOS.2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"apple-shortcuts-mcp-server": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"Ensure Node.js (v18 or higher) and Claude Desktop are installed on macOS."
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from Apple Shortcuts MCP Server?"
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18 or higher
- npm or npx available
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
Configuration
No configuration required. This server works out of the box.
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in Apple Shortcuts MCP Server?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in Apple Shortcuts MCP Server"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in Apple Shortcuts MCP Server with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
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