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Run Shell Command

Enables direct execution of shell commands from chat interfaces, creating a bridge between natural language prompts and local system operations for quick developer workflows.

Last updated: 1/27/2026

README

# Run Shell Command

Based on <https://github.com/mcpdotdirect/template-mcp-server>

## Usage

In cursor, add an MCP

- Name: Run Command
- Type: Command
- npx github:benyue1978/run-command-mcp start

Use prompt in Cursor chat (exmpale):

- Use shell command to find the services using port 3000

Installation

Add this MCP to your configuration:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "run-shell-command": {
      // See GitHub repository for configuration
    }
  }
}

See the GitHub repository for full installation instructions.