Vulcan File Ops MCP Server

MCP server for AI assistants: read, write, edit, and manage files securely on local filesystem.

Local serverstdio

What is the Vulcan File Ops MCP Server?

MCP server for AI assistants: read, write, edit, and manage files securely on local filesystem.

What it actually does

Transform your desktop AI assistants into powerful development partners. Vulcan File Ops bridges the gap between conversational AI (Claude Desktop, ChatGPT Desktop, etc.) and your local filesystem, unlocking the same file manipulation capabilities found in AI-powered IDEs like Cursor and VS Code extension like Cline. Write code, refactor projects, manage documentation, and perform complex file operations—matching the power of dedicated AI coding assistants. With enterprise-grade security controls, dynamic directory registration, and intelligent tool filtering, you maintain complete control while your AI

  • Dynamic Directory Access — Runtime directory registration through conversational commands
  • Document Support — Read/write PDF, DOCX, PPTX, XLSX, ODT with HTML-to-document conversion
  • Batch Operations — Read, write, edit, copy, move, or rename multiple files concurrently
  • Advanced File Editing — Pattern-based modifications with flexible matching and diff preview
  • Flexible Reading Modes — Full file, head/tail, or arbitrary line ranges
  • Image Vision Support — Attach images for AI analysis and description

Configuration

Node.js (version 14 or higher) must be installed on your system. This provides npm and npx, which are required to run this package. - Download Node.js: https://nodejs.org/ - Check installation: Run node --version and npm --version

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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.

ToolWhat it does
Crossplatform line ending preservation
read_file
attach_image
read_multiple_files
write_file
write_multiple_files
edit_file
make_directory
list_directory
move_file
file_operations
delete_files
get_file_info
register_directory
list_allowed_directories
glob_files
grep_files
execute_shell

How to install the Vulcan File Ops MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "vulcan-file-ops": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@n0zer0d4y/vulcan-file-ops"
      ]
    }
  }
}

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

Configuration

Node.js (version 14 or higher) must be installed on your system. This provides npm and npx, which are required to run this package. - Download Node.js: https://nodejs.org/ - Check installation: Run node --version and npm --version

Example prompts to try

  • “Use Vulcan File Ops to Prerequisites.”
  • “Use Vulcan File Ops to Dependencies.”

Frequently asked questions

MCP server for AI assistants: read, write, edit, and manage files securely on local filesystem. Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.