PDF Tools

by Open-Document-Alliance · documents · mcp-server, glama

The local PDF workflow for Claude Desktop and MCP hosts: fill, sign, merge, split, extract, and analyze PDFs without sending files to a web app.

Source: https://github.com/Open-Document-Alliance/PDF-Tools

Install

git clone https://github.com/Open-Document-Alliance/PDF-Tools

Tags: mcp-server, glama

Source: glama

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install PDF Tools?

Add the install command above to your Claude Code, Cursor, or Windsurf MCP configuration. Most servers register via npx, a local command, or a Docker image. Refer to the source repository for environment variables and credential requirements.

Which clients support PDF Tools?

Any MCP-compatible client works: Claude Desktop, Claude Code CLI, Cursor, Windsurf, Zed, and VS Code with the official MCP extension. OpenAI Codex and GitHub Copilot increasingly support MCP via adapter bridges.

Is PDF Tools free?

The server itself is typically open source. Any upstream service (API keys, paid tiers, hosted infrastructure) may have its own pricing. Check the source repository for details.