How do I install the markdown2pdf 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 `M2P_OUTPUT_DIR`, `M2P_VERBOSE` 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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Markdown2pdf MCP Server

MCP server for converting markdown to PDF - run with npx markdown2pdf-mcp to start the server

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What is the Markdown2pdf MCP Server?

MCP server for converting markdown to PDF - run with npx markdown2pdf-mcp to start the server

What it actually does

An MCP server for converting Markdown documents to PDF files. This server provides a simple and efficient way to generate PDFs from Markdown content with support for syntax highlighting, custom styling, optional page numbers, and flexible watermark placement (first page only or all pages).

Convert Markdown to PDF with a single command
Syntax highlighting for code blocks
Custom CSS styling for PDF output
Support for standard Markdown formatting
Mermaid diagram rendering
Modern PDF generation using Chrome's rendering engine

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Maintainer setup documentation.

How to install the Markdown2pdf MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "markdown2pdf": {
      "args": [
        "/path/to/markdown2pdf-mcp/build/index.js"
      ],
      "env": {
        "M2P_OUTPUT_DIR": "/path/to/output/directory"
      }
    }
  }
}

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

Configuration

Variable	Description	Required
M2P_OUTPUT_DIR	Declared in the maintainer’s client configuration.	Check documentation

Frequently asked questions

MCP server for converting markdown to PDF - run with npx markdown2pdf-mcp to start the server Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.