What is Model Context Protocol (MCP) Server for Notifications?
The MCP server for notifications is tailored for macOS to deliver auditory and visual alerts during Claude Desktop operations. It supports configurable system sounds, visual notifications through macOS Notification Center, and customizable icons. The server employs multiple fallback methods, including PyObjC, pync, AppleScript, and terminal-notifier, ensuring reliable notifications. Designed for easy setup, it integrates with Claude Desktop configurations and improves user experience by providing instant task status updates without constant visual monitoring.
Who will use Model Context Protocol (MCP) Server for Notifications?
macOS users using Claude Desktop
Developers integrating notifications for AI applications
Users needing auditory and visual alerts for task completion
How to use the Model Context Protocol (MCP) Server for Notifications?
Step1: Clone the repository from GitHub
Step2: Install dependencies including uv and notification libraries
Step3: Configure Claude Desktop to include the MCP server
Step4: Restart Claude Desktop
Step5: Test notifications using provided scripts
Model Context Protocol (MCP) Server for Notifications's Core Features & Benefits
The Core Features
Play configurable system sounds at task start and end
Display visual notifications through macOS Notification Center
Support customizable notification icons
Offer fallback notification methods
Easy configuration via environment variables
The Benefits
Enhances user experience with instant notifications
Reliable notification delivery through multiple fallback methods
Customizable sounds and icons
Simple setup and configuration
Cross-method fallbacks ensure notifications work on all systems
Model Context Protocol (MCP) Server for Notifications's Main Use Cases & Applications
Improving user awareness of task progress in Claude Desktop
Automating notifications for AI task completions
Providing auditory cues for task status in macOS environments
FAQs of Model Context Protocol (MCP) Server for Notifications
How do I install this MCP server?
Can I customize the notification sounds?
Does it work on Windows or Linux?
How do I test if notifications are working?
What fallback options are available if notifications don't show?
Can I add my own icons for notifications?
Is there support for multiple notification methods?