File Downloader
Empowers Claude Desktop to download files from any web source, automatically leveraging browser-based fallback for JavaScript-intensive sites.
About
This Model Context Protocol (MCP) server addresses a core limitation of Claude Desktop: its inability to natively download files. It provides a robust solution by intelligently managing file downloads. The server first attempts a direct HTTP download, complete with multi-level redirect handling, and seamlessly falls back to a browser-based method using Playwright when faced with complex websites that rely on JavaScript for their download links. This ensures reliable retrieval of datasets, documents, and other files from a wide range of web sources, enhancing Claude Desktop's utility for various tasks.
Key Features
- Smart Download Strategy: Tries HTTP first, falls back to browser if needed
- 10-Level Redirect Support: Handles complex redirect chains for direct downloads
- JavaScript Rendering: Uses Playwright for sites requiring browser execution
- Flexible File Naming: Auto-names from URL or accepts custom names and paths
- Cross-Platform Compatibility: Works on Windows, macOS, and Linux
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Use Cases
- Downloading datasets or documents from standard web links
- Retrieving files from websites that generate download links via JavaScript
- Saving specific files from the web to custom filenames or locations via Claude Desktop
