mcp-server-apple-shortcuts

mcp-server-apple-shortcuts

Enables AI assistants to control Apple Shortcuts via MCP.

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Provides a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that allows AI assistants, such as Claude, to list and run Apple Shortcuts on macOS securely. It exposes a controlled interface for automation tasks, integrating with Claude Desktop and supporting both global and local setups. Built for Node.js, it ensures safe execution while keeping the user in control.

Key Features

Lets AI assistants list available Apple Shortcuts
Allows running Apple Shortcuts by name
Handles shortcut input parameters
Works with Claude Desktop via MCP integration
Supports global (npm) and local deployment
User-controlled automation interface
Secure execution of automation commands
Configurable through Claude Desktop
Cross-platform (macOS) compatibility
Built with Node.js

Use Cases

Automating personal tasks on macOS via AI models
Triggering macOS Shortcuts from Claude Desktop
Enabling voice or chat AI to control system automations
Providing safe automation for complex workflows
Seamless integration with Apple Shortcuts for productivity
Allowing remote or scripted activation of macOS actions
Managing contextual information for AI-powered desktop agents
Simplifying routine processes through AI-driven shortcut execution
Building user-specific automations with external AI input
Testing and developing AI interactions with native OS automations

README

Apple Shortcuts MCP Server πŸ€–

A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that lets AI assistants like Claude control Apple Shortcuts automations. This enables AI models to trigger shortcuts and automate tasks on macOS in a safe and controlled way.

What is MCP? πŸ€”

The Model Context Protocol (MCP) is a system that lets AI apps, like Claude Desktop, connect to external tools and data sources. It gives a clear and safe way for AI assistants to work with local services and APIs while keeping the user in control.

What does this server do? πŸš€

The Apple Shortcuts MCP server:

  • Enables AI assistants to list available shortcuts
  • Allows running shortcuts by name with optional input parameters
  • Provides a simple interface for automation control

Prerequisites πŸ“‹

Before you begin, ensure you have:

Configuration to use Apple Shortcuts Server βš™οΈ

Here's the Claude Desktop configuration to use the Apple Shortcuts server:

json
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "apple-shortcuts": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "mcp-server-apple-shortcuts"]
    }
  }
}

Build Apple Shortcuts Server and run locally πŸ› οΈ

  1. Clone this repository:
sh
git clone git@github.com:recursechat/mcp-server-apple-shortcuts.git
  1. Install dependencies:
sh
npm install
  1. Build project
sh
npm run build

Here's the Claude Desktop configuration to use the Apple Shortcuts server with a local build:

json
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "apple-shortcuts": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["/path/to/mcp-server-apple-shortcuts/build/index.js"],
    }
  }
}

Usage 🎯

You can ask Claude "list shortcuts" or run a specific shortcut with the shortcut name, for example "get word of the day" or "play a song".

License βš–οΈ

Apache-2.0

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Repository Details

Language JavaScript
Default Branch main
Size 25 KB
Contributors 2
License Apache License 2.0
MCP Verified Sep 5, 2025

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