XLIDE MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install XLIDE in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add xlide -- uvx xlide-mcp

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "xlide": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "xlide-mcp"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the XLIDE MCP server do?

Read, write, analyze and test VBA in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Access files, with static analysis; the file layer works without Office installed.

Is the XLIDE 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 XLIDE run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add XLIDE to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add xlide -- uvx xlide-mcp

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