Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What is the MCP Server? A: The MCP (Model Context Protocol) Server is a tool available on the UBOS Asset Marketplace that allows you to automate the creation and manipulation of PowerPoint presentations using AI models and a standardized protocol.

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

Q: What are the key features of the MCP Server? A: The key features include automated PowerPoint creation, support for various design styles, integration with Claude AI for natural language to PPT generation, and MCP protocol support via HTTP API and stdio interface.

Q: How do I install the MCP Server? A: You can install the MCP Server by cloning the repository and installing the required Python packages using pip install -r requirements.txt.

Q: How do I run the MCP Server? A: You can run the MCP Server in HTTP mode using the command python ppt_mcp_server.py --host 0.0.0.0 --port 5011 or in stdio mode using the command python ppt_mcp_server.py --stdio.

Q: What design styles are available? A: The server supports default, minimal, modern_blue, corporate, and dark_mode styles. You can also customize styles by modifying the data/design_system.json file.

Q: Can I use Claude AI to generate presentations? A: Yes, the server integrates with Claude AI, allowing you to generate PPTs from natural language prompts using the claude_to_ppt tool.

Q: How do I integrate the MCP Server with SmitheryAI? A: The smithery.yaml file is configured to allow SmitheryAI to use the server as an MCP. Simply run the server in stdio mode and configure SmitheryAI to use it.

Q: How can I customize the design styles? A: You can customize the design styles by modifying the data/design_system.json file. This file allows you to change fonts, colors, bullet types, and other design elements.

Q: What do I do if I encounter a ‘package not found’ error? A: Ensure that you have installed all the necessary packages using pip install -r requirements.txt.

Q: How do I resolve a ‘Claude desktop connection failed’ error? A: Verify that the Claude desktop app is running and accessible on the specified port (default: 5000).

Q: How do I resolve a ‘cannot save presentation’ error? A: Ensure that the output path is valid and that you have write permissions to the specified directory.

Q: Can I use the MCP Server with the UBOS platform? A: Yes, the MCP Server integrates seamlessly with the UBOS platform, enabling you to manage and orchestrate it as an AI Agent, connect it to various data sources, and build custom AI Agents that interact with it.

Q: How does the dark mode style look? A: The dark mode style features a Pretendard font with central alignment, a black background, and light green circular numbers.