DaVinci Resolve
A server that enables LLM applications to interact directly with DaVinci Resolve video editing software, allowing AI-assisted capabilities like accessing timeline information and automating editing workflows.
What is DaVinci Resolve?
DaVinci Resolve is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that allows AI assistants like Claude, Cursor, and VS Code to server that enables llm applications to interact directly with davinci resolve video editing software, allowing ai-assisted capabilities like accessing timeline information and automating editing work...
A server that enables LLM applications to interact directly with DaVinci Resolve video editing software, allowing AI-assisted capabilities like accessing timeline information and automating editing workflows.
This server falls under the Developer Tools category on MCPgee, the world's largest MCP server directory with 33,000+ servers.
Features
- A server that enables LLM applications to interact directly
Use Cases
Maintainer
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Installation
Manual Installation
npx davinci-resolve-mcpConfiguration
Configuration Details
claude_desktop_config.json
Performance
Response Metrics
Resource Usage
How to Set Up and Use DaVinci Resolve
DaVinci Resolve MCP is a Python-based server that bridges AI assistants with Blackmagic Design's DaVinci Resolve Studio, exposing 34 compound MCP tools that cover the full post-production pipeline — from project management and media ingest to timeline editing, color grading, Fusion compositing, Fairlight audio, and final delivery. With 100% coverage of DaVinci Resolve's scripting API (336 methods tested), it enables editors and colorists to describe editing tasks in natural language and have Claude execute them directly inside Resolve. It requires DaVinci Resolve Studio 18.5 or later, as the free edition does not support external scripting.
Prerequisites
- DaVinci Resolve Studio 18.5 or later (free edition does not support external scripting)
- Python 3.10–3.12 recommended (3.13–3.14 supported on recent builds)
- DaVinci Resolve preference enabled: Preferences > General > External scripting using = Local
- An MCP client such as Claude Desktop or Claude Code
Enable external scripting in DaVinci Resolve
Open DaVinci Resolve, go to Preferences > General, and set 'External scripting using' to 'Local'. This allows the MCP server to connect to Resolve's scripting interface.
Run the automated installer
Use the npx setup command or the Python installer to automatically create a virtual environment, detect your Resolve installation path, and configure your MCP client.
npx davinci-resolve-mcp setup
# Or from source:
git clone https://github.com/samuelgursky/davinci-resolve-mcp.git
cd davinci-resolve-mcp
python install.pyVerify the installation
The installer should detect your Resolve path and offer to configure Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code, or other supported clients automatically. Select your client when prompted.
Configure your MCP client manually (if needed)
If auto-configuration did not run, add the server to your claude_desktop_config.json with the path to the installed Python environment and main server script.
{
"mcpServers": {
"davinci-resolve": {
"command": "python",
"args": ["/path/to/davinci-resolve-mcp/src/server.py"]
}
}
}Open a project in DaVinci Resolve and test
Launch DaVinci Resolve Studio, open a project, then restart your MCP client. Ask Claude to list your projects or describe a timeline operation to verify connectivity.
DaVinci Resolve Examples
Client configuration
Manual claude_desktop_config.json entry for DaVinci Resolve MCP Server after installation.
{
"mcpServers": {
"davinci-resolve": {
"command": "python",
"args": ["/path/to/davinci-resolve-mcp/src/server.py"]
}
}
}Prompts to try
Example prompts that leverage DaVinci Resolve MCP's 34 compound tools spanning the full post-production workflow.
- "List all projects in the current database and open 'My Film'"
- "Create a new timeline called 'Assembly Cut' from all clips in the Media Pool"
- "Scan the current timeline for any gaps or overlaps between clips"
- "Build a ProRes 422 HQ render plan and queue it for delivery"
- "Detect 2-pop or slate clap sync events and suggest record offsets"
- "List all markers on the current timeline with their names and timestamps"Troubleshooting DaVinci Resolve
Server fails to connect to DaVinci Resolve
Ensure DaVinci Resolve Studio is open with a project loaded, and that 'External scripting using' is set to 'Local' in Preferences > General. The free version of DaVinci Resolve does not support external scripting at all.
Python version compatibility errors on startup
DaVinci Resolve's scripting bridge works best with Python 3.10–3.12. If you have a newer Python installed, use pyenv or the system Python that Resolve expects. The installer script handles virtual environment setup automatically.
Tools appear but commands have no effect in Resolve
Make sure DaVinci Resolve is the active application and not in a modal dialog. Some operations require a specific panel to be open (e.g., color grading tools require the Color page to be active).
Frequently Asked Questions about DaVinci Resolve
What is DaVinci Resolve?
DaVinci Resolve is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that server that enables llm applications to interact directly with davinci resolve video editing software, allowing ai-assisted capabilities like accessing timeline information and automating editing workflows. It connects AI assistants to external tools and data sources through a standardized interface.
How do I install DaVinci Resolve?
Follow the installation instructions on the DaVinci Resolve GitHub repository. Clone the repo, install dependencies, and add the server config to your AI client.
Which AI clients work with DaVinci Resolve?
DaVinci Resolve works with all major MCP-compatible AI clients including Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code (GitHub Copilot), Windsurf, and Cline.
Is DaVinci Resolve free to use?
Yes, DaVinci Resolve is open source and available under the MIT License license. You can use it freely in both personal and commercial projects.
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