Scrivener MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Scrivener in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add scrivener -- npx -y scrivener-mcp

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "scrivener": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "scrivener-mcp"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the Scrivener MCP server do?

Work with Scrivener 3 writing projects: document management, writing analysis, semantic search, character and plot memory, and content enhancement.

Is the Scrivener 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 Scrivener run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add Scrivener to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add scrivener -- npx -y scrivener-mcp

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