MCP Server Software

A multi-platform software management MCP server that provides functions for getting software lists and opening/closing applications

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update time : 2025-04-28

What is Software MCP Server?

The Software MCP Server is like a digital assistant for your computer's software. It allows AI assistants (like Claude) to see what programs you have installed, open applications for you, and even close running programs - all through simple conversations.

How does it work?

After setup, your AI assistant can ask the server to perform software-related tasks. The server runs quietly in the background, ready to help manage your applications when needed.

When would I use this?

Perfect when you want to: - Quickly open programs without searching - Check what software is installed - Close multiple apps at once - Manage software through voice or chat commands

Key Features

Software InventorySee all installed programs in one list, organized neatly for your AI assistant

One-Click OpeningLaunch any installed application with a simple command

Program Closer (Windows)Close running applications without manually finding each window

Works Across DevicesSupports Windows, Mac, and Linux computers

Pros and Cons

Why You'll Love It

Saves time finding and opening programs

Works with your existing AI assistant

No complicated setup required

Lightweight - runs quietly in background

Current Limitations

Closing apps only works fully on Windows

May not recognize very new or custom apps immediately

Requires initial one-time setup

Getting Started

Install the Server

Choose one of these easy installation methods:

Connect to Your AI

Add the server configuration to your AI assistant settings (like Claude)

Start Using!

Try asking your AI questions like 'What software do I have?' or 'Open Calculator'

Real-World Examples

Morning Work SetupGet all your work apps open with one command

Software AuditCheck what programs are installed before cleaning your computer

Quick CleanupClose multiple apps at once when finishing work

Common Questions

Is this safe to use?

Why can't I close apps on Mac/Linux?

How do I add custom apps it doesn't recognize?

Does this work with voice assistants?

Helpful Links

Official MCP Documentation

Learn more about the Model Context Protocol

GitHub Repository

Source code and issue tracking

Setup Video Tutorial

Step-by-step installation guide

🚀 MCP Software Server

The MCP Software Server offers computer software management capabilities. It enables large language models to retrieve the list of installed software, open applications, and close running programs, supporting multiple operating systems (Windows, macOS, and Linux).

🚀 Quick Start

The MCP Software Server empowers large language models to manage computer software. It supports operations like getting the installed software list, opening apps, and closing running programs across multiple OSs.

✨ Features

Available Tools

get_software_list_tool - Retrieve the list of software installed on the computer.
- Return: A list of software names.
open_software - Open software by name.
- Required parameters:
  - name (string): The name of the software to open.
close_software - Close the running software with the specified name (currently only available on Windows).
- Required parameters:
  - name (string): The name of the software to close.

📦 Installation

Using uv (Recommended)

When using uv, no additional installation is required. We can directly use uvx to run mcp-software-server.

Installing via PIP

Alternatively, you can install the dependencies via pip:

pip install mcp_server_software

📚 Documentation

Configuration

Configuration for Claude.app

Add the following to your Claude settings:

Using uvx

```json "mcpServers": { "software_manager": { "command": "uvx", "args": ["mcp-server-software"] } } ```

Using uv

```json "mcpServers": { "software_manager": { "command": "uv", "args": [ "--directory", "{path/to/mcp_server_software.py}", "run", "mcp_server_software.py" ], "env": {}, "disabled": false, "alwaysAllow": [] } } ```

Using Manual Python Command

```json "mcpServers": { "software_manager": { "command": "python", "args": ["path/to/mcp_server_software.py"] } } ```

Platform Support

Windows: Full functionality (software list retrieval, opening, and closing).
macOS: Software list retrieval and opening only.
Linux: Software list retrieval and opening only.

Example Interactions

Basic Usage

{
  "name": "get_software_list_tool",
  "arguments": {}
}

Response:

[
  "Chrome",
  "Firefox",
  "Visual Studio Code",
  "Notepad++",
  ...
]

Advanced Usage

{
  "name": "open_software",
  "arguments": {
    "name": "Chrome"
  }
}

Response:

"Chrome has been opened"

{
  "name": "close_software",
  "arguments": {
    "name": "Chrome"
  }
}

Response:

"Chrome has been closed"

Debugging

You can use the MCP Inspector to debug the server:

npx @modelcontextprotocol/inspector python mcp_server_software.py

Example Questions (for Claude/AI)

"What applications are installed on my computer?"
"Please open Notepad for me."
"Please close the Chrome browser."
"Show me all the available software in my system."

🔧 Technical Details

The server creates and maintains a JSON file (software_list.json), which maps software names to their executable paths. On Windows, it scans shortcuts in the Start menu; on macOS and Linux, it searches in common application directories. Each identified software is recorded in the JSON file for use by the MCP server.