Shell MCP Server
BasicShell MCP Server is a tool specifically designed for the Model Context Protocol that enables secure shell command execution in AI applications. It supports multiple shell types and incorporates numerous safety features like directory isolation and timeout control.
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Overview
Shell MCP Server is a tool specifically designed for the Model Context Protocol that enables secure shell command execution in AI applications. It supports multiple shell types and incorporates numerous safety features like directory isolation and timeout control.
Installation
1Install the package
npx
pip install shell-mcp-server2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"shell-mcp-server": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"pip install shell-mcp-server"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from Shell 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 Shell 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 Shell MCP Server"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in Shell MCP Server with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
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