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Filesystem MCP Server

Provides read and write access to local filesystem directories through MCP, enabling AI assistants to browse, read, and modify files.

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What This Server Exposes

Tools

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Resources

  • •file contents

Setup Instructions

  1. 1Ensure Node.js 18+ is installed
  2. 2Add the filesystem server config to your Claude Desktop configuration
  3. 3Replace /path/to/allowed/dir with the directory you want to expose
  4. 4Restart Claude Desktop

Configuration

Claude Desktop Configuration

claude_desktop_config.json
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "filesystem": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@modelcontextprotocol/server-filesystem",
        "/path/to/allowed/dir"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Server Manifest

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Compatibility

Claude DesktopClaude Code
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Safety Notes

This server has read and write access to the directories you specify. Only grant access to directories you trust the AI to modify. Use the most restrictive path possible.

This listing is for informational purposes only. CodexSpot is not affiliated with Filesystem MCP Server.