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Overview

The n8n-server MCP Server is a TypeScript-based Model Context Protocol server that implements a simple notes system, demonstrating core MCP concepts through resources, tools, and prompts for managing notes.

To use the n8n-server MCP Server, install the dependencies, build the server, and configure it with Claude Desktop by adding the server configuration to the appropriate JSON file based on your operating system.

  • Resources for managing text notes with URIs and metadata. - Tools for creating new notes with required parameters. - Prompts for generating summaries of all stored notes.
  1. Creating and managing text notes for various applications.
  2. Summarizing notes for quick reference and review.
  3. Integrating with other applications via the Model Context Protocol.

Add to your AI client

Use these steps to connect n8n-server MCP Server in Cursor, Claude, VS Code, and other MCP-compatible apps. The same JSON appears in the Use with menu above for one-click copy.

Cursor

Add this to your .cursor/mcp.json file in your project root, then restart Cursor.

.cursor/mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "n8n-mcp-server-rakeshgangwar": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@modelcontextprotocol/server-n8n-mcp-server-rakeshgangwar"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Claude Desktop

Add this server entry to the mcpServers object in your Claude Desktop config, then restart the app.

~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json (macOS) or %APPDATA%\Claude\claude_desktop_config.json (Windows)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "n8n-mcp-server-rakeshgangwar": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@modelcontextprotocol/server-n8n-mcp-server-rakeshgangwar"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Claude Code

Add this to your project's .mcp.json file. Claude Code will detect it automatically.

.mcp.json (project root)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "n8n-mcp-server-rakeshgangwar": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@modelcontextprotocol/server-n8n-mcp-server-rakeshgangwar"
      ]
    }
  }
}

VS Code (Copilot)

Add this to your .vscode/mcp.json file. Requires the GitHub Copilot extension with MCP support enabled.

.vscode/mcp.json

{
  "servers": {
    "n8n-mcp-server-rakeshgangwar": {
      "type": "stdio",
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@modelcontextprotocol/server-n8n-mcp-server-rakeshgangwar"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Windsurf

Add this to your Windsurf MCP config file, then restart Windsurf.

~/.codeium/windsurf/mcp_config.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "n8n-mcp-server-rakeshgangwar": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@modelcontextprotocol/server-n8n-mcp-server-rakeshgangwar"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Cline

Open Cline settings, navigate to MCP Servers, and add this server configuration.

Cline MCP Settings (via UI)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "n8n-mcp-server-rakeshgangwar": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@modelcontextprotocol/server-n8n-mcp-server-rakeshgangwar"
      ]
    }
  }
}

FAQ

What is the purpose of the n8n-server MCP Server?

It serves as a Model Context Protocol server for managing notes and demonstrating MCP concepts.

How do I install the n8n-server MCP Server?

You can install it by running `npm install` and then build it using `npm run build`.

Can I use the n8n-server MCP Server with other applications?

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