Overleaf MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Overleaf in Claude Code

npm

Claude Code

claude mcp add yangzichao-overleaf -e OVERLEAF_GIT_TOKEN=... -e OVERLEAF_PROJECT_ID=... -- npx -y mcp-server-overleaf

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "yangzichao-overleaf": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "mcp-server-overleaf"
      ],
      "env": {
        "OVERLEAF_GIT_TOKEN": "...",
        "OVERLEAF_PROJECT_ID": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

MCP Bundle (.mcpb)

Claude Code

curl -LO https://github.com/yangzichao/mcp-server-overleaf/releases/download/v0.3.9/mcp-server-overleaf-0.3.9.mcpb

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

Download mcp-server-overleaf-0.3.9.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.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Overleaf MCP server do?

Overleaf MCP server for Claude, Codex, ChatGPT, and Cursor with safe LaTeX editing and review.

Is the Overleaf MCP server free?

The server is free, but you will likely need an account. The server itself is free, but it connects to a service that needs an account or API key, which may have paid tiers. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does Overleaf run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add Overleaf to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add yangzichao-overleaf -e OVERLEAF_GIT_TOKEN=... -e OVERLEAF_PROJECT_ID=... -- npx -y mcp-server-overleaf

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