Things3 MCP Dxt Extension MCP Server

A comprehensive Desktop Extension (DXT) for Things 3 task management integration with enhanced capabilities including task movement, editing, and

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What is the Things3 MCP Dxt Extension MCP Server?

A comprehensive Desktop Extension (DXT) for Things 3 task management integration with enhanced capabilities including task movement, editing, and backup

What it needs from you

  • macOS (required for Things 3) - Things 3 application installed - Node.js 18.0.0 or higher - DXT-compatible host (Claude Desktop, etc.)

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Maintainer setup documentation.

How to install the Things3 MCP Dxt Extension MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "things3-extended": {
      "command": "node",
      "args": [
        "/path/to/extension/server/index.js"
      ]
    }
  }
}

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

Configuration

  • macOS (required for Things 3) - Things 3 application installed - Node.js 18.0.0 or higher - DXT-compatible host (Claude Desktop, etc.)

Example prompts to try

  • “Use Things3 MCP Dxt Extension to Prerequisites.”
  • “Use Things3 MCP Dxt Extension to Architecture.”

Frequently asked questions

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