Filesystem MCP Server

What it does

This server provides an AI agent with direct, controlled access to the local filesystem. It allows the agent to navigate directories, manage files, and perform searches within explicitly allowed paths.

Tools

• read_file: Read the complete contents of a specified file.
• read_multiple_files: Read several files simultaneously without failing on single-file errors.
• write_file: Create a new file or overwrite an existing one with new content.
• create_directory: Ensure a directory exists, creating parent folders if necessary.
• list_directory: List all contents of a directory with file/folder prefixes.
• move_file: Move or rename files and directories.
• search_files: Recursively search for files or directories using case-insensitive patterns.
• get_file_info: Retrieve metadata including size, permissions, and timestamps.
• list_allowed_directories: List the directories the server is authorized to access.

Installation

Add the following to your claude_desktop_config.json:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "filesystem-server": {
      "command": "node",
      "args": [
        "/path/to/filesystem-server/build/index.js",
        "/path/to/allowed/dir1",
        "/path/to/allowed/dir2"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Supported hosts

• Claude Desktop