How do I install the deepseek claude 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.

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Deepseek Claude MCP Server

To install DeepSeek-Claude for Claude Desktop automatically via [Smithery](https://smithery.ai/server/@HarshJ23/deepseek-claude-MCP-server):

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What is the Deepseek Claude MCP Server?

To install DeepSeek-Claude for Claude Desktop automatically via Smithery:

Configuration and credentials

Python 3.12 or higher - uv package manager - DeepSeek API key (Sign up at DeepSeek Platform) 1. Clone the Repository 2. Ensure UV is Set Up - Windows: Run the following in PowerShell: - Mac: Run the following: 3. Create Virtual Environment 4. Install Dependencies 5. Set Up API Key 6. Configure MCP Server Edit the

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How to install the Deepseek Claude MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "deepseek-claude": {
      "command": "uv",
      "args": [
        "--directory",
        "C:\\ABSOLUTE\\PATH\\TO\\PARENT\\FOLDER\\deepseek-claude",
        "run",
        "server.py"
      ]
    }
  }
}

From the project documentation. Replace placeholders and example paths before connecting.

Configuration

Python 3.12 or higher - uv package manager - DeepSeek API key (Sign up at DeepSeek Platform) 1. Clone the Repository 2. Ensure UV is Set Up - Windows: Run the following in PowerShell: - Mac: Run the following: 3. Create Virtual Environment 4. Install Dependencies 5. Set Up API Key 6. Configure MCP Server Edit the

Example prompts to try

“Use Deepseek Claude to Prerequisites.”

Frequently asked questions

To install DeepSeek-Claude for Claude Desktop automatically via [Smithery](https://smithery.ai/server/@HarshJ23/deepseek-claude-MCP-server): Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.