
What is md-pdf-mcp
md-pdf-mcp is a powerful server developed by seanivore designed to transform your Markdown documents into beautifully styled PDFs. Utilizing the familiar styling of VS Code's markdown viewer combined with the robust capabilities of Python's ReportLab, md-pdf-mcp provides a seamless way to convert and enhance your markdown files into professional-looking documents. This server is part of the Model Context Protocol (MCP), enabling AI systems to engage with various data formats and services.
How to Use md-pdf-mcp
Using md-pdf-mcp is straightforward, especially if you're already familiar with markdown and basic server operations. Here’s a quick guide to get you started:
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Installation:
- For users on MacOS and Windows, configuration involves setting up the
claude_desktop_config.json
with the necessary server commands. - For MacOS, the configuration file is located at
~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json
. - For Windows, you can find it at
%APPDATA%/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json
.
- For users on MacOS and Windows, configuration involves setting up the
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Launching the Server:
- Use the specified command configurations to start the server. The server can be launched in a development environment or as a published server. Make sure to adapt the command arguments according to your setup.
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Adding and Managing Notes:
- Utilize the 'add-note' tool to store notes. This tool requires you to provide a note "name" and "content". Once added, these notes can be managed and accessed via a custom note URI scheme.
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Summarizing Notes:
- The server offers a 'summarize-notes' prompt that enables you to generate summaries of all stored notes. You can choose between a brief or detailed style to suit your needs.
Key Features of md-pdf-mcp
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Markdown to PDF Conversion: Transform markdown documents into elegant PDFs with styling inspired by VS Code and enhanced by the ReportLab library.
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Note Management System: Implement a simple yet effective note storage system, featuring a unique URI scheme for easy access and retrieval of individual notes.
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Summarization Capability: Generate concise or detailed summaries of your notes, allowing for quick reviews and insights into stored information.
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Tool Integration: Includes a handy 'add-note' tool for adding new notes, automatically updating the server state and notifying connected clients.
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Customizable and Expandable: The server's functionality can be tailored and expanded based on your needs, leveraging the flexibility of MCP to integrate with various data sources and AI systems.
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Secure and Standardized: As part of the Model Context Protocol, md-pdf-mcp ensures secure connections and interactions with AI clients, adhering to a universal standard for accessing external data and tools.
With md-pdf-mcp, you gain a versatile tool that not only enhances the appearance of your markdown files but also provides a robust framework for managing and summarizing notes efficiently. Whether you're a developer, writer, or student, md-pdf-mcp can elevate your document processing tasks.
How to Use
To use the md-pdf-mcp, follow these steps:
- Visit https://github.com/seanivore/md-pdf-mcp
- Follow the setup instructions to create an account (if required)
- Connect the MCP server to your Claude Desktop application
- Start using md-pdf-mcp capabilities within your Claude conversations
Additional Information
Created
February 3, 2025
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