What is the Model Context Protocol (MCP)?

MCP is an open protocol that standardizes how applications provide context to Large Language Models (LLMs). It enables AI models to access and interact with external data sources and tools.

What types of notifications can I trigger?

You can trigger sound notifications, banner notifications (visual notifications), and speech notifications (text-to-speech).

How do I install the macOS Notification MCP?

You can install it using `uvx` (recommended), `pip`, or by cloning the source code from GitHub.

How do I configure Claude Desktop to use the macOS Notification MCP?

Add the provided configuration snippet to your Claude Desktop configuration file (`~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json`) and restart Claude Desktop.

Can I customize the content of banner notifications?

Yes, you can customize the title, message, and subtitle of banner notifications.

Can I specify a custom voice for speech notifications?

Yes, you can select from the available system voices. The tool also lets you list them.

What is rate limiting and queuing?

Rate limiting ensures that notifications are processed one at a time with a minimum interval to prevent overwhelming the user. Queuing handles multiple notification requests sequentially.

FastMCP is a framework used to build the macOS Notification MCP, providing efficient and reliable AI communication.

What should I do if notifications are not working?

Ensure that notifications are allowed in System Settings → Notifications. Also, verify that you are using full paths if running the command directly (not using `uvx`).

Is the macOS Notification MCP open source?

Yes, it is licensed under the MIT License.

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macos-notification-mcp – Overview

Q: What does the macOS Notification MCP do?

The macOS Notification MCP is a server that allows AI assistants to trigger native macOS notifications, sounds, and text-to-speech functionalities using the Model Context Protocol.

Q: What system sounds are available for sound notifications?

Available sounds include Basso, Blow, Bottle, Frog, Funk, Glass, Hero, Morse, Ping, Pop, Purr, Sosumi, Submarine, and Tink.

UBOS Asset Marketplace: Unleashing the Power of AI Assistants with macOS Notification MCP

In the rapidly evolving landscape of Artificial Intelligence, the ability for AI assistants to seamlessly integrate with and interact with users’ existing workflows is paramount. The UBOS Asset Marketplace addresses this need with its innovative macOS Notification MCP (Model Context Protocol) server, a powerful tool that enables AI assistants to trigger native macOS notifications, sounds, and text-to-speech functionalities. This integration bridges the gap between AI models and the user’s desktop environment, creating a more intuitive and engaging AI-powered experience.

What is macOS Notification MCP?

The macOS Notification MCP is a specialized server designed to facilitate communication between AI models and the macOS operating system. Leveraging the Model Context Protocol (MCP), it allows AI assistants to initiate a range of notifications, including:

Sound Notifications: Play custom or system-defined sound effects to alert users.
Banner Notifications: Display visual notifications with customizable titles, messages, and subtitles, delivering important information directly to the user’s screen.
Speech Notifications: Convert text into spoken words, enabling AI assistants to communicate information audibly.

This capability opens up a world of possibilities for AI assistants, allowing them to:

Provide Real-time Updates: Alert users to important events, such as completed tasks, incoming messages, or critical system alerts.
Enhance User Engagement: Create a more interactive and responsive user experience through dynamic notifications.
Improve Accessibility: Deliver information in multiple formats (visual, auditory) to cater to diverse user needs and preferences.

Key Features and Benefits

The macOS Notification MCP offers a comprehensive suite of features designed to optimize the AI assistant experience on macOS:

Versatile Notification Options: The server supports a variety of notification types, including sound, banner, and speech notifications, giving developers the flexibility to choose the most appropriate method for each use case.
Customizable Notifications: Developers can customize the content, appearance, and behavior of notifications to match the specific needs of their AI assistants and user preferences. Control title, message, subtitle, and sounds with ease.
Voice Management: Users can select preferred system voices for speech notifications, further personalizing the AI assistant experience. List available voices and select from them.
Rate Limiting & Queuing: Ensures notifications are delivered smoothly and efficiently without overwhelming the user. Notifications are processed one at a time with a minimum interval of 0.5 seconds, and multiple requests are handled sequentially.
FastMCP Framework: Built on the FastMCP framework for efficient and reliable AI communication. Allows for quick and seamless integration with AI models.
Simple Installation & Configuration: The server can be easily installed and configured using various methods, including uvx, pip, and source installation.

Use Cases

The macOS Notification MCP unlocks a wide range of use cases across various industries and applications. Here are just a few examples:

Personal Productivity: An AI assistant can use notifications to remind users of upcoming appointments, deadlines, and important tasks, helping them stay organized and productive.
Software Development: A coding agent can notify developers of build failures, code review requests, or successful deployments, streamlining the development process.
Customer Support: An AI-powered chatbot can use notifications to alert support agents to urgent customer inquiries, ensuring timely and effective assistance.
Smart Home Automation: An AI assistant can use notifications to inform users of changes in their smart home environment, such as a door being opened, a temperature change, or a security alert.
Data Analysis: Notify data scientists when a long running data analysis job is finished. Or inform a user when a certain threshold has been met, requiring human intervention.
Financial Trading: Generate notifications for traders when certain price points are reached, or when news breaks that could affect the market.

Getting Started

Integrating the macOS Notification MCP into your AI assistant workflow is a straightforward process. The UBOS Asset Marketplace provides comprehensive documentation and examples to guide you through the setup and configuration process.

Here’s a quick overview of the steps involved:

Installation: Install the macos-notification-mcp package using uvx, pip, or source installation.
Configuration: Configure your AI assistant to communicate with the MCP server using the Model Context Protocol.
Notification Implementation: Use the provided APIs to trigger sound, banner, or speech notifications as needed.

Code examples to start:

Sound Notification:

python sound_notification(sound_name=“Submarine”)

Available sounds: Basso, Blow, Bottle, Frog, Funk, Glass, Hero, Morse, Ping, Pop, Purr, Sosumi, Submarine, Tink

Banner Notification:

python banner_notification( title=“Task Complete”, message=“Your analysis is ready”, subtitle=None, # Optional sound=False, # Optional: Play sound with notification sound_name=None # Optional: Specify system sound )

Speech Notification:

python speak_notification( text=“The process has completed”, voice=None, # Optional: System voice to use rate=150, # Optional: Words per minute (default: 150) volume=1.0 # Optional: Volume level 0.0-1.0 )

Voice Management:

python list_available_voices() # Lists all available text-to-speech voices

Testing:

python test_notification_system() # Tests all notification methods

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Conclusion

The UBOS Asset Marketplace’s macOS Notification MCP is a valuable tool for any developer looking to enhance the user experience of their AI assistants on macOS. By providing seamless integration with native macOS notifications, sounds, and text-to-speech functionalities, this server empowers AI assistants to communicate more effectively and engage with users in a more meaningful way. Explore the UBOS Asset Marketplace today and discover how the macOS Notification MCP can transform your AI assistant into a truly indispensable companion.