mcp-server-restart

what is mcp-server-restart?

The mcp-server-restart is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server designed to facilitate the restarting of the Claude Desktop application for Mac. It simplifies the process of managing MCP tools and ensures that changes take effect after installation.

how to use mcp-server-restart?

To use mcp-server-restart, simply ask Claude Desktop to "restart Claude" and the application will restart automatically.

key features of mcp-server-restart?

• Provides a status resource at claude://status that returns the current status of Claude Desktop in JSON format.
• Implements a tool called restart_claude that safely terminates the existing process and launches a new instance of Claude Desktop, with progress notifications during the restart.

use cases of mcp-server-restart?

1. Restarting Claude Desktop after installing new MCP tools.
2. Managing application updates and ensuring the latest configurations are applied.
3. Providing a seamless user experience by automating the restart process.

FAQ from mcp-server-restart?

• How do I install mcp-server-restart?

You can install it by editing your Claude Desktop config file and adding the necessary MCP server configurations.

• What happens if I try to restart Claude while it's running?

The server safely terminates the existing process before launching a new instance, ensuring no data loss.

• Is there a way to check the status of Claude Desktop?

Yes! You can access the status resource at claude://status to get the current running status.