Claude Printer MCP Server

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Basic information

About Claude Printer MCP Server

A simple MCP server for printing files from Claude

#claude-printer#mcp#printing

Claude Printer MCP Server config

Add this server to your MCP-compatible client using the configuration below.

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "claude-printer-mcp": {
      "command": "node",
      "args": [
        "/path/to/claude-printer-mcp/index.js"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Claude Printer MCP Server tools

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Overview

What is Claude Printer MCP?

Claude Printer MCP is a simple Model Context Protocol server that enables Claude Desktop to print text content directly to a local printer. It also provides the ability to list available printers on your system. The server is intended for Mac users with Node.js installed and a working printer connected.

How to use Claude Printer MCP?

Install the server by cloning the repository, running npm install and npm start; it will listen at http://localhost:3000/mcp. In Claude Desktop, run the install_local_mcp_server command with the full path to the cloned folder. Once installed, Claude can call two functions: print_file and list_printers.

Key features of Claude Printer MCP

Print text content directly from Claude Desktop
List all available printers on your Mac system
Simple installation via npm and a single command
Runs as a local HTTP server on port 3000
Mac‑only; requires Node.js

Use cases of Claude Printer MCP

Print a document or report generated by Claude without leaving the chat
Quickly check which printers are available before sending a print job
Automate printing of formatted text outputs from Claude
Use in workflows where a physical copy of AI‑generated content is needed

Frequently asked questions

What prerequisites are needed to run Claude Printer MCP?

Node.js must be installed on your Mac, and you need a working printer connected to your system.

How do I install the server?

Clone the repository, run `npm install` to install dependencies, then run `npm start` to start the server at `http://localhost:3000/mcp`.

How do I connect Claude Desktop to this server?

In Claude Desktop, use the `install_local_mcp_server` command and provide the absolute path to the cloned folder.

Which functions does Claude Printer MCP expose?

It exposes `print_file` (to print text content) and `list_printers` (to show available printers).

Does the server work on Windows or Linux?

The README specifies that a Mac is required; it does not mention support for other operating systems.

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