How do I install the appium 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 `ANDROID_HOME`, `CAPABILITIES_CONFIG`, `APPIUM_MCP_WDA_APP_PATH`, `AI_VISION_API_BASE_URL`, `AI_VISION_API_KEY`, `APPIUM_MCP_PERSIST_REMOTE_SESSIONS_PATH` 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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Appium MCP Server

MCP server for Mobile Development and Automation | iOS, Android, Simulator, Emulator, and Real Devices

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What is the Appium MCP Server?

MCP server for Mobile Development and Automation | iOS, Android, Simulator, Emulator, and Real Devices

The short version

MCP Appium is an intelligent MCP (Model Context Protocol) server designed to empower AI assistants with a robust suite of tools for mobile automation. It streamlines mobile app testing by enabling natural language interactions, intelligent locator generation, and automated test creation for both Android and iOS platforms.

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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
iOS	Requires [ffmpeg](https://ffmpeg.org/download.html) to be installed and available on PATH. The default codec is libx264 with yuv420p pixel format for QuickTime compatibility.

How to install the Appium MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "appium-mcp": {
      "disabled": false,
      "timeout": 100,
      "type": "stdio",
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["appium-mcp@latest"],
      "env": {
        "ANDROID_HOME": "/path/to/android/sdk",
        "CAPABILITIES_CONFIG": "/path/to/your/capabilities.json"
      }
    }
  }
}

Configuration as documented by the project. Restart the client after saving.

Configuration

Variable	Description	Required
ANDROID_HOME	Configuration value read at startup.	Optional
CAPABILITIES_CONFIG	Configuration value read at startup.	Optional
APPIUM_MCP_WDA_APP_PATH	Filesystem location the server is allowed to use.	Optional
AI_VISION_API_BASE_URL	Endpoint or connection string the server talks to.	Yes
AI_VISION_API_KEY	Credential the server authenticates with.	Yes
APPIUM_MCP_PERSIST_REMOTE_SESSIONS_PATH	Filesystem location the server is allowed to use.	Optional

Example prompts to try

“Use Appium to Cross.”
“Use Appium to iOS.”
“Use Appium to Android.”

Frequently asked questions

MCP server for Mobile Development and Automation | iOS, Android, Simulator, Emulator, and Real Devices Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.