giphy
npxStandardThe giphy MCP server connects to Giphy's API to search, fetch, and display GIFs. It exposes methods for querying Giphy's library, retrieving trending GIFs, and getting random GIFs. Developers use it to integrate GIF functionality into chatbots, messaging apps, or any application needing visual content.
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Overview
The giphy MCP server connects to Giphy's API to search, fetch, and display GIFs. It exposes methods for querying Giphy's library, retrieving trending GIFs, and getting random GIFs. Developers use it to integrate GIF functionality into chatbots, messaging apps, or any application needing visual content.
Installation
1Install the package
npx
npx -y mcp-server-giphy2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"magarcia-mcp-server-giphy-github": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"npx -y mcp-server-giphy"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from giphy?"
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18 or higher
- npm or npx available
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
- API key for giphy
Configuration
API Key Required
This server requires an API key from giphy. Add it to your environment or config.
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| GIPHY_API_KEY | Yes | Your giphy API key |
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in giphy?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in giphy"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in giphy with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
Works with giphy
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