mcp-anki-server

What is mcp-anki-server?

mcp-anki-server is an MCP server that connects to Anki Desktop via the Anki Connect add-on, allowing MCP clients (such as Cursor or Chatwise) to interact with Anki flashcards. It requires uv as the runtime for installation and execution.

How to use mcp-anki-server?

Install Anki Desktop, the Anki Connect add-on, and uv. For Cursor, add an entry to .mcp.json with the command uvx mcp-server-anki. For Chatwise, go to Settings → Tools → Add, choose type stdio, ID Anki, and command uvx mcp-server-anki.

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FAQ from mcp-anki-server

What are the prerequisites for using mcp-anki-server?

You need Anki Desktop, the Anki Connect add-on, and uv installed.

How do I configure mcp-anki-server in Cursor?

Add the following to your .mcp.json file:

{
    "mcpServers": {
      "anki": {
        "command": "uvx",
        "args": ["mcp-server-anki"],
        "env": {},
        "disabled": false,
        "autoApprove": []
      }
    }
}

How do I configure mcp-anki-server in Chatwise?

Go to Settings → Tools → Add, set Type to stdio, ID to Anki, and Command to uvx mcp-server-anki.

Does mcp-anki-server require Anki Desktop to be running?

Yes, Anki Desktop and the Anki Connect add-on must be installed and active.

What runtime does mcp-anki-server depend on?

It requires uv for installation and execution.