mcp-neovim-server
Control Neovim using Model Context Protocol for AI text assistance.
The Neovim MCP Server connects to your Neovim instance, allowing you to manage buffers, get cursor locations, and execute Vim commands seamlessly. It provides a lightweight layer for AI text assistance, leveraging Vim's native commands and workflows to enhance your coding experience. With features like regex search and replace, project-wide grep search, and comprehensive window management, this server offers a robust set of tools for developers. Health monitoring and connection diagnostics ensure a smooth operation, making it an essential tool for anyone looking to integrate AI assistance into their Neovim workflow.
Compatible with
Install
Claude Desktop
Add to your claude_desktop_config.json:
{
"mcpServers": {
"mcp-neovim-server": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@modelcontextprotocol/server-mcp-neovim-server"
]
}
}
}Config File Location
Mac: ~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json
Windows: %APPDATA%\Claude\claude_desktop_config.json
Linux: ~/.config/claude/claude_desktop_config.json
Some servers require additional setup - check the GitHub README for specific instructions.
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