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Micro-Manager Microscope

MCP server · by K-Dense-AI

Developer Tools Python v0.1.3

MCP server for microscopes controlled by Micro-Manager (pymmcore-plus).

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Install

Run one of the commands below, then add the client config underneath.

Pythonuvx labmcp-micro-manager

Client configuration

Paste into Claude Desktop, Cursor (mcp.json), VS Code or any MCP client, then restart the client.

mcpServers{
  "mcpServers": {
    "labmcp-micro-manager": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "labmcp-micro-manager"
      ]
    }
  }
}

About this server

Micro-Manager Microscope is listed in the Developer Tools category of the MCPNav directory. It is distributed as Python and can be loaded by any client that speaks the Model Context Protocol.

Typical uses include giving your assistant scoped access to the corresponding service so it can answer questions and take actions with real data instead of guessing. Always review what a server can access before you enable it — see our MCP security guide.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Micro-Manager Microscope MCP server?

Micro-Manager Microscope is an MCP server by K-Dense-AI. MCP server for microscopes controlled by Micro-Manager (pymmcore-plus).

How do I install Micro-Manager Microscope?

Install it with: uvx labmcp-micro-manager. Then add the JSON config to your client's MCP settings and restart the client.

Is Micro-Manager Microscope free to use?

The MCP server itself is free to install. The source is public on https://github.com/K-Dense-AI/lab-instrument-mcps. Any third-party API it calls (such as a search or maps API) may require its own key and billing.

Which clients support Micro-Manager Microscope?

Any MCP-compatible client can use it, including Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf and custom agents.