ArXiv MCP Server
MCP server for arXiv paper access. ArXiv MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server maintained by blazickjp. It connects to MCP-compatible clients such as Claude Desktop, Cursor, Cline, and other agents that speak the protocol. It exposes 4 tools, including search_papers, download_paper, list_papers and read_paper, that an agent can call directly. It is categorized under AI/Assistant and Research/arXiv.
What is this MCP
This MCP server provides AI assistants with programmatic access to arXiv research papers through the Message Control Protocol (MCP). It serves as a bridge between AI models and arXiv's repository.
How to use this MCP
The server can be installed via Smithery or manually using Python. After installation, configure your MCP client to connect to the server, then use the provided tools (search_papers, download_paper, list_papers, read_paper) through MCP calls.
What this MCP can be used for
This MCP enables AI assistants to search, download, and analyze arXiv papers programmatically. It's useful for research assistance, literature reviews, and keeping up with academic developments in various fields.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the ArXiv MCP Server MCP server?
ArXiv MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol server from blazickjp. It lets MCP-compatible AI clients call its tools over a standard interface, so agents like Claude, Cursor, and Cline can use it without custom integration.
How do I connect ArXiv MCP Server to my AI client?
Add ArXiv MCP Server to your client's MCP configuration using the stdio or SSE connection shown in the usage examples on this page, then restart the client to load the server.
What tools does ArXiv MCP Server provide?
ArXiv MCP Server provides 4 tools: search_papers, download_paper, list_papers and read_paper.
Is ArXiv MCP Server free to use?
ArXiv MCP Server is listed on AIMCP for free. Any API keys or accounts required by the underlying service are set by its provider.
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