Markitdown Mcp Server
What is Markitdown Mcp Server
markitdown_mcp_server is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server designed to convert various file formats into Markdown using the MarkItDown utility.
Use cases
Ideal for users needing to convert documents, presentations, and various media files into Markdown format for easier editing and sharing. Useful in documentation, content creation, and data analysis.
How to use
To use markitdown_mcp_server, install it via Smithery or manually by cloning the repository and installing dependencies. Integrate it with an MCP client like Zed Editor by configuring the settings.json file. Use the command ‘/md
Key features
Supports a wide range of file formats including PDF, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, images, audio, HTML, text-based formats (CSV, JSON, XML), and ZIP files. It can be integrated with any MCP-compliant client.
Where to use
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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 Markitdown Mcp Server
markitdown_mcp_server is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server designed to convert various file formats into Markdown using the MarkItDown utility.
Use cases
Ideal for users needing to convert documents, presentations, and various media files into Markdown format for easier editing and sharing. Useful in documentation, content creation, and data analysis.
How to use
To use markitdown_mcp_server, install it via Smithery or manually by cloning the repository and installing dependencies. Integrate it with an MCP client like Zed Editor by configuring the settings.json file. Use the command ‘/md
Key features
Supports a wide range of file formats including PDF, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, images, audio, HTML, text-based formats (CSV, JSON, XML), and ZIP files. It can be integrated with any MCP-compliant client.
Where to use
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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
MarkItDown MCP Server
A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that converts various file formats to Markdown using the MarkItDown utility.
Supported Formats
- PowerPoint
- Word
- Excel
- Images (EXIF metadata and OCR)
- Audio (EXIF metadata and speech transcription)
- HTML
- Text-based formats (CSV, JSON, XML)
- ZIP files (iterates over contents)
Installation
Installing via Smithery
To install MarkItDown MCP Server for Claude Desktop automatically via Smithery:
npx -y @smithery/cli install @KorigamiK/markitdown_mcp_server --client claude
Manual Installation
- Clone this repository
- Install dependencies:
uv install
Usage
As MCP Server
The server can be integrated with any MCP client. Here are some examples:
Zed Editor
Add the following to your settings.json:
Commands
The server responds to the following MCP commands:
/md <file>- Convert the specified file to Markdown
Example:
/md document.pdf
Supported MCP Clients
Works with any MCP-compliant client listed at modelcontextprotocol.io/clients, including:
- Zed Editor
- Any other MCP-compatible editors and tools
License
MIT License. See LICENSE for details.
Acknowledgements
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.
