desktop-commander
npxBasicThe desktop-commander MCP server exposes terminal operations and file editing capabilities. It provides tools for executing shell commands and modifying files. It connects to the local operating system's terminal and file system. Developers use it to integrate terminal and file operations into their applications.
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Overview
The desktop-commander MCP server exposes terminal operations and file editing capabilities. It provides tools for executing shell commands and modifying files. It connects to the local operating system's terminal and file system. Developers use it to integrate terminal and file operations into their applications.
Installation
1Install the package
npx
npx -y @wonderwhy-er/desktop-commander2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"wonderwhy-er-desktop-commander-npm": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"npx -y @wonderwhy-er/desktop-commander"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from desktop-commander?"
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18 or higher
- npm or npx available
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
- API key for desktop-commander
Configuration
API Key Required
This server requires an API key from desktop-commander. Add it to your environment or config.
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| DESKTOP-COMMANDER_API_KEY | Yes | Your desktop-commander API key |
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in desktop-commander?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in desktop-commander"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in desktop-commander with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
Works with desktop-commander
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