MarkItDown MCP Server
BasicMarkItDown MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that converts various file formats to Markdown using the MarkItDown utility. It supports multiple formats including PDF, PowerPoint, Word, and images.
000
Overview
MarkItDown MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that converts various file formats to Markdown using the MarkItDown utility. It supports multiple formats including PDF, PowerPoint, Word, and images.
Installation
1Install the package
npx
Install via Smithery or clone the repository and install dependencies2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"markitdown-mcp-server": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"Install via Smithery or clone the repository and install dependencies"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from MarkItDown 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 MarkItDown 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 MarkItDown MCP Server"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in MarkItDown MCP Server with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
Works with MarkItDown MCP Server
See what tools in your stack can connect to AI.
Run free scan
Need help with MCP integration?
We build custom MCP integrations for B2B companies. From simple connections to complex multi-tool setups.