Install Filesystem Context in Claude Code
This server doesn't publish a package to a registry, so follow the install steps in its README. Once it runs, register it with Claude Code:
claude mcp add filesystem-context -- <command to start the server>Frequently asked questions
What does the Filesystem Context MCP server do?
Read-only filesystem exploration, search and analysis with symlink protection.
Is the Filesystem Context 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 Filesystem Context run locally or remotely?
Local. Runs on your machine (stdio). You install it with npx, uvx, Docker or from source.
How do I add Filesystem Context to Claude Code?
Follow the install steps in the project's README at https://github.com/j0hanz/filesystem-context-mcp-server, then register it with "claude mcp add".
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