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Overleaf Web MCP

MCP server · by mhmdaskari

Developer Tools npm v0.5.1

Read, edit, compile, and review Overleaf projects through your own signed-in web session.

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Install

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

npmnpx -y overleaf-web-mcp

Client configuration

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

mcpServers{
  "mcpServers": {
    "overleaf-web-mcp": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "overleaf-web-mcp"
      ]
    }
  }
}

About this server

Overleaf Web MCP is listed in the Developer Tools category of the MCPNav directory. It is distributed as npm 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 Overleaf Web MCP MCP server?

Overleaf Web MCP is an MCP server by mhmdaskari. Read, edit, compile, and review Overleaf projects through your own signed-in web session.

How do I install Overleaf Web MCP?

Install it with: npx -y overleaf-web-mcp. Then add the JSON config to your client's MCP settings and restart the client.

Is Overleaf Web MCP free to use?

The MCP server itself is free to install. The source is public on https://github.com/mhmdaskari/overleaf-web-mcp. Any third-party API it calls (such as a search or maps API) may require its own key and billing.

Which clients support Overleaf Web MCP?

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