What is File System MCP Server?
A file system management server built with FastMCP that provides a comprehensive set of tools for file and directory operations. It allows performing various file system operations through a structured API, making it ideal for automation and integration with other systems.
How to use File System MCP Server?
Clone the repository, create and activate a virtual environment, install dependencies with pip install -r requirements.txt, then configure the server in your MCP client (e.g., Claude) by adding the server's command and path to claude_desktop_config.json. After configuration, restart the client and use the provided tools by asking the AI to perform file operations.
Key features of File System MCP Server
- Copy, move, delete files with backup and safety checks
- Read, write, and search files by name pattern
- List, create, delete directories, including recursive tree views
- Get file information, directory statistics, disk usage, and system info
- Create file collections with optional custom storage path
- Windows full support; macOS/Linux support for basic operations
Use cases of File System MCP Server
- Automate file organization and backup tasks via an MCP client
- Integrate file system operations into AI-driven workflows
- Manage remote file systems through a structured API
- Perform bulk file operations with safety checks and error handling
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