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fast-filesystem-mcp

Teams that want Claude Desktop to read, search and edit local files, including large ones.

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  • Apache-2.0licence
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claude mcp add fast-filesystem -- npx -y fast-filesystem-mcp
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What it does

An MCP server that lets Claude Desktop work with files on your computer. It reads and writes files, handles large files with sequential reads and streaming writes, runs directory operations and searches. Backup copies before edits can be switched on.

Use cases

  1. 01Search a project folder for a specific file
  2. 02Read a large log file in sequential parts
  3. 03Edit files with automatic backups before changes

Questions about
fast-filesystem-mcp.

What is fast-filesystem-mcp used for?

Teams that want Claude Desktop to read, search and edit local files, including large ones. An MCP server that lets Claude Desktop work with files on your computer. It reads and writes files, handles large files with sequential reads and streaming writes, runs directory operations and searches. Backup copies before edits can be switched on.

How do I install fast-filesystem-mcp?

Run this in your terminal: claude mcp add fast-filesystem -- npx -y fast-filesystem-mcp

Is fast-filesystem-mcp open source?

Yes. The code is on GitHub (efforthye/fast-filesystem-mcp) under the Apache-2.0 licence.

Is fast-filesystem-mcp safe to use?

It passed our automatic scan for credential theft, hidden instructions and risky install commands. Third party open source software. Sabemos AI does not maintain it. Check the code and permissions before you connect it to company data.