Does it work on Windows and Mac?

Yes, it is designed to work across platforms, though Windows users may need to run their terminal as an administrator to grant necessary permissions.

Do I need Node.js to use this skill?

Yes, this skill requires Node.js and npm to be installed on your system as it uses npx to run the Desktop Commander server.

How do I activate the skill after installation?

Once the skill has finished updating your .mcp.json file, simply restart your Claude Code session to activate the new desktop automation capabilities.

What does the Desktop Commander MCP skill do?

It installs a server that allows Claude Code to perform desktop-level tasks like file manipulation and running system commands directly from the chat interface.

Desktop Commander MCP Installer

Name: Desktop Commander MCP Installer
Author: theflysurfer

bytheflysurfer

생산성 및 워크플로

Installs and configures the Desktop Commander MCP server to enable seamless desktop automation, file management, and application control.

소개

The Desktop Commander MCP Installer skill automates the setup of the '@wonderwhy-er/desktop-commander' server in your local Claude Code environment. By automatically managing the .mcp.json configuration file, it empowers Claude to interact directly with your operating system, allowing it to execute system commands, manage files, and control applications. This skill is ideal for developers looking to bridge the gap between AI-driven code generation and local machine task execution, streamlining workflows that involve complex file system operations or local environment management.

주요 기능

Automated .mcp.json configuration and merging
0 GitHub stars
Cross-platform command execution via npx
System-level file and folder management
Seamless integration with Claude Code desktop automation
Local application execution and control

사용 사례

Automating repetitive file system tasks and organizational workflows
Controlling desktop applications through AI-driven instructions
Integrating local shell commands into Claude's reasoning process

소개

주요 기능

Automated .mcp.json configuration and merging
0 GitHub stars
Cross-platform command execution via npx
System-level file and folder management
Seamless integration with Claude Code desktop automation
Local application execution and control

사용 사례

Automating repetitive file system tasks and organizational workflows
Controlling desktop applications through AI-driven instructions
Integrating local shell commands into Claude's reasoning process