What is OpenDAL?
OpenDAL is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that allows AI assistants like Claude, Cursor, and VS Code to list files in opendal service args: uri: resource uri, e.g. mys3://path/to/dir returns: string containing directory content
List files in OpenDAL service Args: uri: resource URI, e.g. mys3://path/to/dir Returns: String containing directory content
This server falls under the File Systems category on MCPgee, the world's largest MCP server directory with 33,000+ servers.
Features
- list
- read
- get_info
Use Cases
Maintainer
Works with
Installation
NPM
npx -y mcp-server-opendalManual Installation
npx -y mcp-server-opendalConfiguration
Configuration Details
claude_desktop_config.json
Performance
Response Metrics
Resource Usage
Frequently Asked Questions about OpenDAL
What is OpenDAL?
OpenDAL is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that list files in opendal service args: uri: resource uri, e.g. mys3://path/to/dir returns: string containing directory content It connects AI assistants to external tools and data sources through a standardized interface.
How do I install OpenDAL?
Install via npm with the command: npx -y mcp-server-opendal. 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 OpenDAL?
OpenDAL works with all major MCP-compatible AI clients including Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code (GitHub Copilot), Windsurf, and Cline.
Is OpenDAL free to use?
Yes, OpenDAL is open source and available under the MIT license. You can use it freely in both personal and commercial projects.
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