Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) - Excalidraw MCP Server

Q: What is the Excalidraw MCP Server? A: The Excalidraw MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that allows Large Language Models (LLMs) to interact with Excalidraw diagrams and drawings. It provides an API for creating, modifying, querying, and manipulating Excalidraw elements.

Q: What is MCP? A: MCP stands for Model Context Protocol. It’s an open protocol that standardizes how applications provide context to LLMs, enabling them to access and interact with external data sources and tools.

Q: What are the key features of the Excalidraw MCP Server? A: Key features include full Excalidraw element control (create, update, delete, query), advanced element manipulation (group, ungroup, align, distribute), scene & app state management, save scene functionality, resource management, easy integration with LLM platforms, and Docker support.

Q: Which LLM platforms are compatible with the Excalidraw MCP Server? A: The server is compatible with Claude Desktop, Cursor, and any other LLM platform that supports the MCP standard.

Q: Can I use the Excalidraw MCP Server with Docker? A: Yes, the server offers Docker support for easy containerized deployment and zero-dependency installations.

Q: What types of elements can I manipulate using the API? A: You can manipulate various Excalidraw elements, including rectangles, ellipses, diamonds, text, arrows, and more. You can control properties like position, dimensions, styling, and text content.

Q: How do I create a new element using the API? A: Use the create_element API endpoint with a JSON payload specifying the element type and properties.

Q: How do I update an existing element using the API? A: Use the update_element API endpoint with a JSON payload specifying the element ID and the properties you want to update.

Q: How do I delete an element using the API? A: Use the delete_element API endpoint with a JSON payload specifying the element ID.

Q: How do I query elements using the API? A: Use the query_elements API endpoint with a JSON payload specifying optional filters based on element type and properties.

Q: How do I save a scene to a file? A: Use the save_scene API endpoint with a JSON payload specifying the desired filename (must end with .excalidraw).

Q: What are the configuration options for the Excalidraw MCP Server? A: Configuration options include LOG_LEVEL (logging level), DEBUG (debug mode), and DEFAULT_THEME (default UI theme), which can be set via environment variables.

Q: Where can I find more information about the UBOS platform? A: Visit the UBOS website at https://ubos.tech for more information about the full-stack AI Agent Development Platform and its capabilities.