How do I install the flint 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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Flint MCP Server

Model Context Protocol server for Flint — compile, validate, and render semantic chart specs across supported backends.

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What is the Flint MCP Server?

Model Context Protocol server for Flint — compile, validate, and render semantic chart specs across supported backends.

What you get

See the changelog for complete release notes.

Semantic chart specs. — Flint captures what each field means using 70+
Automatic layout. — Flint adapts sizing, spacing, labels, marks, and legends
Formal visual themes. — Define layout behavior, semantic presentation, and
Multiple backends. — Compile one input to backend-native output across
Agent-ready chart authoring. — The MCP server gives agents Flint tools and

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Maintainer setup documentation.

How to install the Flint MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "flint": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "flint-chart-mcp"]
    }
  }
}

Add to claude_desktop_config.json, then restart Claude Desktop.

Example prompts to try

“Use Flint to Agent.”
“Use Flint to Documentation.”

Frequently asked questions

Model Context Protocol server for Flint — compile, validate, and render semantic chart specs across supported backends. Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.

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