概览
What is Mcp Unix Manual?
It is an MCP server that provides access to Unix manual pages directly within Claude. It allows users to query man pages, search documentation, and explore Unix commands without leaving the conversation.
How to use Mcp Unix Manual?
After building the server with Swift, add its executable path to Claude Desktop's configuration file (claude_desktop_config.json) as an MCP server, then restart Claude Desktop. The server exposes three tools: read_manpage, search_manpages, and list_man_sections.
Key features of Mcp Unix Manual
- Read full Unix manual pages for any command
- Search man pages by keyword using
apropos - Browse standard Unix manual sections
- Built with Swift for optimal macOS performance
- Input validation prevents command injection
Use cases of Mcp Unix Manual
- Quick reference for Unix command options and syntax
- Discover new commands by searching related keywords
- Explore manual sections without leaving Claude
- Learn about system utilities during development
FAQ from Mcp Unix Manual
What platforms does Mcp Unix Manual support?
Full support for macOS 13.0 and later. It compiles on iOS/tvOS/watchOS/visionOS but returns an error because Unix manual pages are only available on macOS.
What are the prerequisites for using this server?
You need macOS 13.0 or later, Swift 6.2 or later, and Xcode for building the server.
How does it protect against command injection?
Only alphanumeric characters, dots, hyphens, and underscores are allowed in command names. Arguments are properly escaped before execution.
What tools does Mcp Unix Manual provide?
Three tools: read_manpage (read a man page
