Overleaf MCP Server
@Joncarre
About Overleaf MCP Server
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Config
Add this server to your MCP-compatible client using the configuration below.
{
"mcpServers": {
"overleaf": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@joncarre/mcp-server-overleaf"
]
}
}
}Tools
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Overview
What is Overleaf MCP Server?
An MCP (Model Context Protocol) server that integrates with Overleaf (www.overleaf.com), allowing AI assistants like Claude to help users edit and manage LaTeX projects via natural language commands.
How to use Overleaf MCP Server?
Install via npx -y @your-org/mcp-server-overleaf or Smithery. On first run, it opens a browser for Overleaf login and stores the session securely in ~/.overleaf-mcp/. Add the configuration to claude_desktop_config.json as shown in the README.
Key features of Overleaf MCP Server
- Authenticate with Overleaf via browser (secure session storage)
- List, read, write, and create Overleaf projects
- Compile projects and fetch logs/output PDF
- Add, remove, and list collaborators
- Search, rename, export, import, clone, and delete projects
Use cases of Overleaf MCP Server
- Edit LaTeX files in an Overleaf project using natural language
- Create new Overleaf projects from scratch via AI assistant
- Compile a project and retrieve the resulting PDF
- Manage project collaborators and permissions
FAQ from Overleaf MCP Server
How do I install the Overleaf MCP Server?
Install via npx (npx -y @your-org/mcp-server-overleaf) or use Smithery (npx -y @smithery/cli install @your-org/mcp-server-overleaf --client claude).
How does authentication work?
On first run, the server launches your default browser to log in to Overleaf. After login, the session cookies are saved securely in ~/.overleaf-mcp/.
Where are session credentials stored?
Session cookies are stored in ~/.overleaf-mcp/ on your local machine, accessible only by the current user.
What are the runtime requirements?
Node.js (latest LTS recommended) and npm. All dependencies (express, open, node-fetch, cookiejar, etc.) are installed automatically via npm install.
Is the Overleaf MCP Server secure?
Session cookies are stored securely and never logged or exposed. The README advises never sharing credentials and validating all user input.
Frequently asked questions
How do I install the Overleaf MCP Server?
Install via npx (`npx -y @your-org/mcp-server-overleaf`) or use Smithery (`npx -y @smithery/cli install @your-org/mcp-server-overleaf --client claude`).
How does authentication work?
On first run, the server launches your default browser to log in to Overleaf. After login, the session cookies are saved securely in `~/.overleaf-mcp/`.
Where are session credentials stored?
Session cookies are stored in `~/.overleaf-mcp/` on your local machine, accessible only by the current user.
What are the runtime requirements?
Node.js (latest LTS recommended) and npm. All dependencies (express, open, node-fetch, cookiejar, etc.) are installed automatically via `npm install`.
Is the Overleaf MCP Server secure?
Session cookies are stored securely and never logged or exposed. The README advises never sharing credentials and validating all user input.
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