olcli MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install olcli in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add olcli -e OVERLEAF_SESSION=... -- npx -y @aloth/olcli

mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "olcli": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@aloth/olcli"
      ],
      "env": {
        "OVERLEAF_SESSION": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

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Frequently asked questions

What does the olcli MCP server do?

Overleaf projects from an MCP client: files, compile and PDF, diff, comments and tracked changes

Is the olcli 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 olcli run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add olcli to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add olcli -e OVERLEAF_SESSION=... -- npx -y @aloth/olcli

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