mcp-cli-exec
MCP server for executing CLI commands with structured output. mcp-cli-exec is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server maintained by jakenuts. It connects to MCP-compatible clients such as Claude Desktop, Cursor, Cline, and other agents that speak the protocol. It exposes 2 tools, including cli-exec-raw and cli-exec, that an agent can call directly. It is categorized under Tool/CLI and Tool/TypeScript.
What is this MCP
This is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server designed for executing command-line interface (CLI) commands with structured output. It provides tools for running raw commands or multiple commands in a specified working directory, with detailed execution results including stdout, stderr, exit codes, and execution duration.
How to use this MCP
The MCP can be installed via npm/pnpm or used with npx. It integrates with tools like Cline VSCode Extension and Claude Desktop by adding configuration to their respective settings files. The server accepts JSON-formatted requests containing commands to execute and returns structured responses with execution results.
What this MCP can be used for
This MCP is useful for developers and AI systems that need to execute shell commands programmatically and receive structured output. It enables automation of CLI workflows, integration of command execution in development environments, and provides a reliable way for AI assistants to interact with the command line while maintaining execution context.
AIMCP authority
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Frequently asked questions
What is the mcp-cli-exec MCP server?
mcp-cli-exec is a Model Context Protocol server from jakenuts. 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 mcp-cli-exec to my AI client?
Add mcp-cli-exec 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 mcp-cli-exec provide?
mcp-cli-exec provides 2 tools: cli-exec-raw and cli-exec.
Is mcp-cli-exec free to use?
mcp-cli-exec 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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