What is Chroma?
Chroma is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that allows AI assistants like Claude, Cursor, and VS Code to list all collection names in the chroma database with pagination support. args: limit: optional maximum number of collections to return offset: optional number of collections to skip before r
List all collection names in the Chroma database with pagination support. Args: limit: Optional maximum number of collections to return offset: Optional number of collections to skip before r
This server falls under the Databases category on MCPgee, the world's largest MCP server directory with 33,000+ servers.
Features
- chroma_list_collections
- chroma_create_collection
- chroma_peek_collection
Use Cases
Maintainer
Works with
Installation
NPM
npx -y chroma-mcpManual Installation
npx -y chroma-mcpConfiguration
Configuration Details
claude_desktop_config.json
Performance
Response Metrics
Resource Usage
Frequently Asked Questions about Chroma
What is Chroma?
Chroma is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that list all collection names in the chroma database with pagination support. args: limit: optional maximum number of collections to return offset: optional number of collections to skip before r It connects AI assistants to external tools and data sources through a standardized interface.
How do I install Chroma?
Install via npm with the command: npx -y chroma-mcp. Then add the server configuration to your AI client's JSON config file (e.g., claude_desktop_config.json or .cursor/mcp.json).
Which AI clients work with Chroma?
Chroma works with all major MCP-compatible AI clients including Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code (GitHub Copilot), Windsurf, and Cline.
Is Chroma free to use?
Yes, Chroma is open source and available under the MIT license. You can use it freely in both personal and commercial projects.
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