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Manim MCP server

abhiemj/manim-mcp-server

Generate animations locally using Manim.

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Install Manim 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 Code
claude mcp add manim -- <command to start the server>

Frequently asked questions

What does the Manim MCP server do?

Generate animations locally using Manim.

Is the Manim 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 Manim run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add Manim to Claude Code?

Follow the install steps in the project's README at https://github.com/abhiemj/manim-mcp-server, then register it with "claude mcp add".

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