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Distil MCP server

dshakes/distil

Reversibly compress large tool outputs into recoverable handles, expand them on demand and track token and cost savings locally.

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Install Distil in Claude Code

Claude Code
claude mcp add distil -- uvx distil-llm
mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "distil": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "distil-llm"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the Distil MCP server do?

Reversibly compress large tool outputs into recoverable handles, expand them on demand and track token and cost savings locally.

Is the Distil MCP server free?

Yes, most likely. Open source and no paid account or API key is mentioned in the listing. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does Distil run locally or remotely?

Local. Runs on your machine (stdio). You install it with npx, uvx, Docker or from source.

How do I add Distil to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add distil -- uvx distil-llm

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