Hyprmcp
What is Hyprmcp
Hyprmcp is a lightweight, unofficial Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that exposes the functionality of ‘hyprctl’, the command-line interface for the Hyprland Wayland compositor, to language models.
Use cases
Use cases include integrating Hyprland’s window management capabilities into chatbots, virtual assistants, and other applications that benefit from natural language interfaces.
How to use
To use hyprmcp, clone the repository, obtain your ‘HYPRLAND_INSTANCE_SIGNATURE’, and configure your MCP client (e.g., Claude Desktop) to run the server with the appropriate command and environment variables.
Key features
Key features include the ability to execute arbitrary ‘hyprctl’ commands, manage window layouts, and control inputs through a natural language interface.
Where to use
Hyprmcp can be used in environments that utilize the Hyprland compositor, particularly for applications requiring natural language processing and window management.
Clients Supporting MCP
The following are the main client software that supports the Model Context Protocol. Click the link to visit the official website for more information.
Overview
What is Hyprmcp
Hyprmcp is a lightweight, unofficial Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that exposes the functionality of ‘hyprctl’, the command-line interface for the Hyprland Wayland compositor, to language models.
Use cases
Use cases include integrating Hyprland’s window management capabilities into chatbots, virtual assistants, and other applications that benefit from natural language interfaces.
How to use
To use hyprmcp, clone the repository, obtain your ‘HYPRLAND_INSTANCE_SIGNATURE’, and configure your MCP client (e.g., Claude Desktop) to run the server with the appropriate command and environment variables.
Key features
Key features include the ability to execute arbitrary ‘hyprctl’ commands, manage window layouts, and control inputs through a natural language interface.
Where to use
Hyprmcp can be used in environments that utilize the Hyprland compositor, particularly for applications requiring natural language processing and window management.
Clients Supporting MCP
The following are the main client software that supports the Model Context Protocol. Click the link to visit the official website for more information.
Content
Hyprland MCP Server
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A lightweight, unofficial Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that exposes all the functionality of hyprctl—the command-line interface for the Hyprland Wayland compositor—to language models.
This server enables natural language interfaces to query and control Hyprland’s window management, layouts, inputs, and more.
Note: This project is experimental and in beta.
🚀 Quick Start
1. Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/stefanoamorelli/hyprmcp.git
cd hyprmcp
2. Grab your HYPRLAND_INSTANCE_SIGNATURE
echo $HYPRLAND_INSTANCE_SIGNATURE
3. Install the server in your MCP client
For example, in Claude Desktop, modify the ~/.config/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json file as follows:
🧰 Available Tools
| Tool Name | Description |
|---|---|
run_hyprctl_command |
Executes arbitrary hyprctl commands. |
get_version |
Retrieves the Hyprland version and build info. |
list_monitors |
Lists all connected monitors and properties. |
list_workspaces |
Lists all active workspaces. |
list_clients |
Lists all windows and their properties. |
list_devices |
Lists all connected input devices. |
get_active_window |
Shows the currently active window details. |
list_layers |
Displays all layers in the compositor. |
get_splash |
Retrieves the current random splash message. |
dispatch_command |
Dispatches a command to Hyprland. |
set_keyword |
Dynamically sets a configuration keyword. |
reload_config |
Forces a reload of the Hyprland config file. |
enter_kill_mode |
Enables kill mode to terminate windows by click. |
These tools allow language models to interact with Hyprland’s features seamlessly.
💡 Example Usage
User Prompt: “Switch to workspace 2.”
MCP Server Action: Executes hyprctl dispatch workspace 2.
User Prompt: “What is the current active window?”
MCP Server Action: Executes hyprctl activewindow -j and returns the details.
🛠️ Development
To run the server locally for development:
mcp dev server.py
Ensure that Hyprland is running and the necessary environment variables are set.
📚 References
📜 License
MIT License © 2025 Stefano Amorelli
Dev Tools Supporting MCP
The following are the main code editors that support the Model Context Protocol. Click the link to visit the official website for more information.
