Principia
Enables Claude to access and search a local Zotero library by querying metadata and providing direct paths to PDF files. This allows the model to browse research collections and natively read academic papers without requiring text extraction or manua
What is Principia?
Principia is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that allows AI assistants like Claude, Cursor, and VS Code to enables claude to access and search a local zotero library by querying metadata and providing direct paths to pdf files. this allows the model to browse research collections and natively read academic...
Enables Claude to access and search a local Zotero library by querying metadata and providing direct paths to PDF files. This allows the model to browse research collections and natively read academic papers without requiring text extraction or manua
This server falls under the Knowledge & Memory category on MCPgee, the world's largest MCP server directory with 33,000+ servers.
Features
- Enables Claude to access and search a local Zotero library b
Use Cases
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Installation
Manual Installation
npx principiaConfiguration
Configuration Details
claude_desktop_config.json
Performance
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Resource Usage
Frequently Asked Questions about Principia
What is Principia?
Principia is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that enables claude to access and search a local zotero library by querying metadata and providing direct paths to pdf files. this allows the model to browse research collections and natively read academic papers without requiring text extraction or manua It connects AI assistants to external tools and data sources through a standardized interface.
How do I install Principia?
Follow the installation instructions on the Principia GitHub repository. Clone the repo, install dependencies, and add the server config to your AI client.
Which AI clients work with Principia?
Principia works with all major MCP-compatible AI clients including Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code (GitHub Copilot), Windsurf, and Cline.
Is Principia free to use?
Yes, Principia is open source and available under the MIT license. You can use it freely in both personal and commercial projects.
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