pdf-reader-mcp
PDF reader MCP for AI agents to extract text/metadata. pdf-reader-mcp is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server maintained by sylphlab. It connects to MCP-compatible clients such as Claude Desktop, Cursor, Cline, and other agents that speak the protocol. It exposes 1 tool, including read_pdf, that an agent can call directly. It is categorized under AI/Agent and Tool/Document.
What is this MCP
This MCP is a PDF reader server that enables AI agents to securely extract text, metadata, and page information from PDF files within a confined project context.
How to use this MCP
Install via npm or Docker, configure your MCP host settings, and make JSON requests specifying PDF paths and desired extraction parameters (pages, metadata, etc.).
What this MCP can be used for
Enhancing AI agents with PDF processing capabilities for document analysis, information extraction, and structured data retrieval from PDF files in secure workflows.
AIMCP authority
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Frequently asked questions
What is the pdf-reader-mcp MCP server?
pdf-reader-mcp is a Model Context Protocol server from sylphlab. It lets MCP-compatible AI clients call its tools over a standard interface, so agents like Claude, Cursor, and Cline can use it without custom integration.
How do I connect pdf-reader-mcp to my AI client?
Add pdf-reader-mcp to your client's MCP configuration using the stdio or SSE connection shown in the usage examples on this page, then restart the client to load the server.
What tools does pdf-reader-mcp provide?
pdf-reader-mcp provides 1 tool: read_pdf.
Is pdf-reader-mcp free to use?
pdf-reader-mcp is listed on AIMCP for free. Any API keys or accounts required by the underlying service are set by its provider.
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