MayaMCP MCP Server

This project enables AI assistant clients like Claude Desktop to control Autodesk Maya through natural language using the [Model Context Protocol

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What is the MayaMCP MCP Server?

This project enables AI assistant clients like Claude Desktop to control Autodesk Maya through natural language using the Model Context Protocol (MCP).

Practical notes

  • Maintained by PatrickPalmer, written in Python.

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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.

ToolWhat it does
list_objects_by_typeGet a list of objects in the scene. Use filter_by to filter for certain objects such as "cameras", "lights", "materials", or "shapes".
create_objectCreate an object in the Maya scene. Object types available are cube, cone, sphere, cylinder, camera, spotLight, pointLight, directionalLight.
get_object_attributesGet a list of attributes on a Maya object.
set_object_attributesSet an object's attribute with a specific value.
scene_newCreate a new scene in Maya. Use the force argument to force a new scene when an existing scene is loaded and has been modified.
scene_openLoad in a scene into Maya.
scene_saveSave the current scene. If the filename is not specified, it will save it as its current name.
select_objectSelect an object in the scene.
create_advanced_modelCreate complex 3D models like cars, trees, buildings, cups, and chairs with detailed parameters.
mesh_operationsPerform modeling operations such as extrude, bevel, subdivide, boolean, combine, bridge, and split.
create_materialCreate and assign materials with various types (lambert, phong, wood, marble, chrome, glass, etc.)
create_curveGenerate NURBS curves for various shapes (line, circle, spiral, helix, star, gear, etc.)
curve_modelingCreate geometry using curve-based modeling techniques (extrude, loft, revolve, sweep, etc.)
organize_objectsOrganize objects through grouping, parenting, layout, alignment, and distribution.

Example prompts to try

  • “Use MayaMCP to list objects by type.”
  • “Use MayaMCP to create object.”
  • “Use MayaMCP to get object attributes.”

Frequently asked questions

This project enables AI assistant clients like Claude Desktop to control Autodesk Maya through natural language using the [Model Context Protocol Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.