What is Windows-MCP?

Windows-MCP is a lightweight, open-source project that enables seamless integration between AI agents and the Windows operating system. It acts as an MCP server, bridging the gap between LLMs and Windows, allowing agents to perform tasks like file navigation, application control, and UI interaction.

What is an MCP Server?

MCP (Model Context Protocol) server acts as a bridge, allowing AI models to access and interact with external data sources and tools.

What operating systems are supported by Windows-MCP?

Windows-MCP officially supports Windows 10 and Windows 11.

What prerequisites are required to install Windows-MCP?

You need Python 3.12+ and the UV package manager. An MCP client, such as the Anthropic Claude Desktop app, is also needed to interact with the server.

How do I install Windows-MCP?

Clone the repository from GitHub, install dependencies using UV, and configure your MCP client to connect to the Windows-MCP server.

What are some of the tools available in Windows-MCP?

Windows-MCP provides tools for clicking, typing, clipboard operations, scrolling, dragging, moving the mouse pointer, using keyboard shortcuts, pressing single keys, waiting, capturing the state of active apps and UI elements, taking screenshots, launching applications, and executing PowerShell commands.

Can I use any LLM with Windows-MCP?

Yes, unlike many automation tools, Windows-MCP doesn’t rely on any specific fine-tuned models and works with any LLM.

Is Windows-MCP customizable?

Yes, Windows-MCP is designed to be easily adapted and extended to suit unique automation or AI integration needs. You can customize existing tools or create new ones.

What is the typical latency between actions in Windows-MCP?

Typical latency ranges from 4 to 8 seconds, but this can vary based on system load and the number of active applications.

What is UBOS, and how does it relate to Windows-MCP?

UBOS is a full-stack AI Agent Development Platform that allows you to orchestrate AI Agents, connect them with enterprise data, and build custom AI Agents. Windows-MCP integrates with UBOS, allowing you to incorporate Windows automation into your AI agent workflows.

Is it safe to use Windows-MCP?

Windows-MCP interacts directly with your Windows operating system, so use it with caution and avoid deploying it in environments where such risks cannot be tolerated. Always test your workflows thoroughly.

Where can I find the license for Windows-MCP?

This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file in the repository for details.