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MCP Get Installed Apps

An MCP server that provides information about the installed applications on a computer, supporting MacOS and Windows systems, and can be integrated with compatible AI assistants.
Operating system automationDeveloper tools#Application Management#System Information#MCP Protocol.TypeScript
2.5 points
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Installation

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What is the Get Installed Apps MCP Server?

This is a server based on the Model Context Protocol (MCP), specifically designed to scan and retrieve information about the installed applications on your computer. When you converse with an AI assistant (such as Claude, Cursor, etc.), this server allows the AI assistant to understand which software is installed on your computer, thereby providing more accurate and personalized advice and assistance.

How to use the Get Installed Apps MCP Server?

First, you need to configure this MCP server in your AI client. After the configuration is complete, the AI assistant can obtain the list of applications installed on your computer by calling the tools provided by the server. The entire process is secure, running only on your local computer without sending data to external servers.

Use Cases

This server is particularly useful when you need an AI assistant to help solve software - related problems, recommend alternative software, manage applications, or understand your computer's software environment. For example, you can ask 'Which design software is installed on my computer?' or 'Help me check if there are duplicate applications.'

Main Features

Cross - platform Support
Supports both MacOS and Windows operating systems, capable of identifying applications installed on both platforms.
Simple Integration
Easily integrates with any AI client that supports the MCP protocol, such as Claude Desktop, Cursor, Raycast, etc.
Local Operation
All data processing is performed on your local computer, ensuring privacy and security, and no data is外传 (should be transmitted externally).
Lightweight Design
The server has a simple implementation, few dependencies, low resource consumption during operation, and does not affect computer performance.
Advantages
Enhance the AI assistant's understanding of your computer environment and provide more relevant advice
Simple configuration, only a few steps are required to complete the setup
Open - source project, transparent and trustworthy, maintained by the community
Automatically scan and obtain the application list without manual input
Limitations
Currently only supports MacOS and Windows, and does not support the Linux system for now
Can only obtain basic information about applications, unable to obtain detailed version or usage data
Requires users to manually configure the MCP client
Some system applications may not be recognized as 'applications'

How to Use

Install the Server
First, you need to download and install the Get Installed Apps MCP Server on your computer.
Configure the AI Client
Add the MCP server configuration to the AI client you are using. The configuration methods may vary slightly for different clients.
Restart the Client
After saving the configuration, restart your AI client for the configuration to take effect.
Start Using
Now you can ask the AI assistant questions about the installed applications.

Usage Examples

Software Environment Check
When you need to know which software is installed on your computer or evaluate the development environment for a new project
Software Recommendation
When you need software with a specific function but are not sure if it is already installed on your computer
System Cleanup Preparation
Before cleaning up your computer's storage space, understand which applications can be safely uninstalled

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this server collect my private data?
Which AI clients are supported?
Why are some applications not displayed?
How to update the server version?
Will this server affect computer performance?

Related Resources

GitHub Repository
Obtain source code, report issues, or contribute code
MCP Official Documentation
Understand the detailed specifications and principles of the Model Context Protocol
Claude Desktop Configuration Guide
How to configure the MCP server in Claude Desktop
Cursor Editor MCP Configuration
Detailed steps to configure the MCP server in the Cursor editor
Glama.ai MCP Server Directory
Discover more available MCP servers

Installation

Copy the following command to your Client for configuration
{
    "mcpServers": {
        "get-installed-apps": {
            "command": "node",
            "args": [
                "mcp-get-installed-apps/build/index.js"
            ]
        }
    }
}
Note: Your key is sensitive information, do not share it with anyone.

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