How do I install the screen view 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 `ANTHROPIC_API_KEY` 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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Screen View MCP Server

MCP tool for capturing screenshots and analyzing them with Claude Vision API

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What is the Screen View MCP Server?

MCP tool for capturing screenshots and analyzing them with Claude Vision API

The short version

A powerful Model Context Protocol (MCP) tool that enables AI assistants to capture and analyze screenshots using Claude Vision API. Take screenshots, analyze screen content, and get AI insights about your desktop interface.

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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
helloWorld	Simple test tool that echoes a message
captureAndAnalyzeScreen	Captures a screenshot and analyzes it using Claude Vision

How to install the Screen View MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "screen-view-mcp": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "screen-view-mcp@2.0.15",
        "--sse",
        "--port",
        "8080",
        "--host",
        "localhost"
      ],
      "env": {
        "ANTHROPIC_API_KEY": "YOUR_ANTHROPIC_API_KEY"
      }
    }
  }
}

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

Configuration

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

Example prompts to try

“Use Screen View MCP to helloWorld.”
“Use Screen View MCP to captureAndAnalyzeScreen.”

Frequently asked questions

MCP tool for capturing screenshots and analyzing them with Claude Vision API Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.