How do I install the vfx 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.

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Vfx MCP Server

A powerful video editing MCP (Model Context Protocol) server built with FastMCP and ffmpeg-python. This server allows LLMs to perform video editing

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What is the Vfx MCP Server?

A powerful video editing MCP (Model Context Protocol) server built with FastMCP and ffmpeg-python. This server allows LLMs to perform video editing operations

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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
trim_video
concatenate_videos
convert_format
resize_video
extract_audio
add_audio
apply_filter
change_speed
generate_thumbnail
get_video_info

How to install the Vfx MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "vfx": {
      "command": "vfx-mcp",
      "args": []
    }
  }
}

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

Example prompts to try

“Use Vfx MCP to trim video.”
“Use Vfx MCP to concatenate videos.”
“Use Vfx MCP to convert format.”

Frequently asked questions

A powerful video editing MCP (Model Context Protocol) server built with FastMCP and ffmpeg-python. This server allows LLMs to perform video editing operations Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.