arxiv-latex-mcp
MCP server for arXiv LaTeX processing. arxiv-latex-mcp is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server maintained by takashiishida. It connects to MCP-compatible clients such as Claude Desktop, Cursor, Cline, and other agents that speak the protocol. It exposes 1 tool, including get_paper_prompt, that an agent can call directly. It is categorized under AI/Research and Research/arXiv.
What is this MCP
This MCP server enables direct access to arXiv papers' LaTeX sources for accurate processing of mathematical content by LLMs, bypassing PDF limitations.
How to use this MCP
Configure the MCP server in your client application (like Claude Desktop) by adding the server path to your config file and restarting the application.
What this MCP can be used for
Primarily useful for researchers and students working with technical papers, especially in math-heavy fields, to get precise interpretations of equations and notations from arXiv papers.
AIMCP authority
DR and traffic signal for the AIMCP public domain.
Frequently asked questions
What is the arxiv-latex-mcp MCP server?
arxiv-latex-mcp is a Model Context Protocol server from takashiishida. 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 arxiv-latex-mcp to my AI client?
Add arxiv-latex-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 arxiv-latex-mcp provide?
arxiv-latex-mcp provides 1 tool: get_paper_prompt.
Is arxiv-latex-mcp free to use?
arxiv-latex-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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