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Nvim MCP server

paulburgess1357/nvim-mcp

Control Neovim instances via msgpack-RPC: read and edit buffers, run commands, send keys, query LSP diagnostics and annotate code with highlights.

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Install Nvim 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 paulburgess1357-nvim -- <command to start the server>

Frequently asked questions

What does the Nvim MCP server do?

Control Neovim instances via msgpack-RPC: read and edit buffers, run commands, send keys, query LSP diagnostics and annotate code with highlights.

Is the Nvim 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 Nvim run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add Nvim to Claude Code?

Follow the install steps in the project's README at https://github.com/paulburgess1357/nvim-mcp, then register it with "claude mcp add".

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