File Convert FAQs

Question 1

What file types can File Convert convert?

Accepted Answer

File Convert supports a wide range of file formats including images, office documents, audio, video, text, and data files. It can convert these into common formats like PDF, JPG, PNG, MP3, MP4, HTML, and CSV.

Question 2

How does File Convert detect file types?

Accepted Answer

File Convert uses intelligent file type detection leveraging AI, TrID, and magic bytes to accurately identify file types, even for legacy formats.

Question 3

Can I integrate File Convert with my desktop application?

Accepted Answer

Yes, File Convert is designed to integrate seamlessly with desktop applications via the Model Context Protocol (MCP). Configuration examples are provided in the documentation for easy setup.

Question 4

Do I need an API key to use File Convert?

Accepted Answer

As of May 2025, an API key is not required for development and testing. However, for future production use, you'll need to contact the Convert.Guru team to obtain an API key.

Question 5

What is the recommended way to run the File Convert MCP server?

Accepted Answer

Using `uvx` is the recommended approach. It simplifies dependency management and execution of the MCP server, especially when fetching the core from a GitHub repository.

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