commands
npxVerifiedThe commands MCP server allows AI agents to execute shell commands on the host system. It exposes a simple interface to run commands, check their status, and retrieve output. It connects directly to the system shell, enabling agents to perform file operations, run scripts, and interact with system tools. Developers use it for automation, system management, and integrating AI agents with system-level tasks.
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Overview
The commands MCP server allows AI agents to execute shell commands on the host system. It exposes a simple interface to run commands, check their status, and retrieve output. It connects directly to the system shell, enabling agents to perform file operations, run scripts, and interact with system tools. Developers use it for automation, system management, and integrating AI agents with system-level tasks.
Installation
1Install the package
npx
npx -y mcp-server-commands2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"g0t4-mcp-server-commands-github": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"npx -y mcp-server-commands"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from commands?"
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 commands?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in commands"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in commands with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
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