Install PDF Card in Claude Code
PyPI (uv)
claude mcp add pdf-card -- uvx pdf-card-mcp{
"mcpServers": {
"pdf-card": {
"command": "uvx",
"args": [
"pdf-card-mcp"
]
}
}
}MCP Bundle (.mcpb)
curl -LO https://github.com/velyan/pdf-card-mcp/releases/download/v0.1.2/pdf-card-mcp-lite.mcpbDownload pdf-card-mcp-lite.mcpb and double-click it to install in Claude Desktop.MCP Bundles install in one click in Claude Desktop. Download the file, then open it.
Frequently asked questions
What does the PDF Card MCP server do?
Convert local PDFs into source-linked, card-based standalone HTML readers with notes, highlights and static publishing.
Is the PDF Card 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 PDF Card run locally or remotely?
Local. Runs on your machine (stdio). You install it with npx, uvx, Docker or from source.
How do I add PDF Card to Claude Code?
Run: claude mcp add pdf-card -- uvx pdf-card-mcp
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