How do I install the alai mcp server?

Use a recorded configuration for your client, replace example credential values and paths, and verify the documented runtime. Restart or reconnect the client, then inspect the available tools.

What credentials does it need?

It reads `ALAI_MCP_URL`, `ALAI_API_KEY` from the environment. Store these in your client's env block or a secrets manager — never commit them to a repository — and grant the narrowest scope that still covers your use case.

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Alai MCP Server

Glama-deployable MCP wrapper for Alai presentations.

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What is the Alai MCP Server?

Glama-deployable MCP wrapper for Alai presentations.

What it actually does

AI presentation maker and slide generator for Claude, Cursor, and MCP clients. Create designer-level presentations, pitch decks, and slides from text. Export to PowerPoint (PPTX) and PDF.

Alai is an AI presentation maker and the fastest way to create high-quality, beautiful slides without design skills.

Generate designer-level presentations from text, markdown, or meeting notes
AI-powered slide beautification and restyling
Export to PowerPoint (PPTX) or PDF
Professional pitch deck themes
Add and remove slides from existing presentations
Edit and iterate on existing slides with targeted prompts

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Maintainer setup documentation.

Recorded tools

Check the linked publisher documentation and your connected client's tool list. Names and availability can vary with the server version and account permissions.

Tool	What it does
api-key	sk_your_key
ping	Verify your API key and return your user ID
generate_presentation	Create a presentation from text content
get_generation_status	Check async operation status
get_themes	List themes available to the authenticated user
get_vibes	List vibes (visual styles) available to the authenticated user
get_presentations	List all your presentations
create_slide	Add a slide (classic or creative) to an existing presentation
delete_slide	Remove a slide from a presentation
export_presentation	Export to PDF, PPTX, or shareable link
generate_transcripts	Generate speaker notes for slides
delete_presentation	Permanently delete a presentation

How to install the Alai MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "alai": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "npm"],
      "env": {
        "ALAI_MCP_URL": "your-value",
        "ALAI_API_KEY": "your-value"
      }
    }
  }
}

Add to claude_desktop_config.json, then restart Claude Desktop.

Configuration

Variable	Description	Required
ALAI_MCP_URL	Endpoint or connection string the server talks to.	Yes
ALAI_API_KEY	Credential the server authenticates with.	Yes

Example prompts to try

“Use Alai to api-key.”
“Use Alai to Authorization.”
“Use Alai to ping.”

Frequently asked questions

Glama-deployable MCP wrapper for Alai presentations. Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.