How do I install the media 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 `PROJECT_ROOT` 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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Media MCP Server

MCP server for generating diagrams, charts, presentations, and animations for Markdown documentation

Local serverstdio

What is the Media MCP Server?

MCP server for generating diagrams, charts, presentations, and animations for Markdown documentation

The short version

MCP server that generates diagrams, charts, HTML pages, and slide decks from text DSLs -- designed for AI coding agents to embed into Markdown.

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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
get_tool_guide	Get usage guide for any tool before rendering. Returns examples, anti-patterns to avoid, complexity limits, and tips.
render_mermaid
render_d2
render_graphviz
render_chart
render_html_page	Generates a self-contained themed HTML page. No Docker required.
render_slides	Generates a self-contained HTML slide deck with keyboard/touch navigation. No Docker required.
list_assets	Returns a JSON array of all generated files with name, path, size, and modification time.

How to install the Media MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "media-forge": {
      "command": "node",
      "args": ["/path/to/mcp-media-forge/dist/index.js"],
      "env": {
        "PROJECT_ROOT": "/path/to/your/project"
      }
    }
  }
}

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

Configuration

Variable	Description	Required
PROJECT_ROOT	Configuration value read at startup.	Optional

Example prompts to try

“Use Media to Utilities.”
“Use Media to get tool guide.”
“Use Media to render mermaid.”

Frequently asked questions

MCP server for generating diagrams, charts, presentations, and animations for Markdown documentation Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.