Filesystem MCP
Provides secure filesystem access for AI assistants with optimizations like file reading limits and depth-limited traversal to improve token efficiency. It enables AI models to read, write, and search files within explicitly allowed directories while
What is Filesystem MCP?
Filesystem MCP is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that allows AI assistants like Claude, Cursor, and VS Code to provides secure filesystem access for ai assistants with optimizations like file reading limits and depth-limited traversal to improve token efficiency. it enables ai models to read, write, and search...
Provides secure filesystem access for AI assistants with optimizations like file reading limits and depth-limited traversal to improve token efficiency. It enables AI models to read, write, and search files within explicitly allowed directories while
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Features
- Provides secure filesystem access for AI assistants with opt
Use Cases
Maintainer
Works with
Installation
NPM
npx -y filesystem-mcpManual Installation
npx -y filesystem-mcpConfiguration
Configuration Details
claude_desktop_config.json
Performance
Response Metrics
Resource Usage
Frequently Asked Questions about Filesystem MCP
What is Filesystem MCP?
Filesystem MCP is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that provides secure filesystem access for ai assistants with optimizations like file reading limits and depth-limited traversal to improve token efficiency. it enables ai models to read, write, and search files within explicitly allowed directories while It connects AI assistants to external tools and data sources through a standardized interface.
How do I install Filesystem MCP?
Install via npm with the command: npx -y filesystem-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 Filesystem MCP?
Filesystem MCP works with all major MCP-compatible AI clients including Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code (GitHub Copilot), Windsurf, and Cline.
Is Filesystem MCP free to use?
Yes, Filesystem MCP 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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