How does the server ensure security?

It only accesses directories explicitly allowed when launching the server.

Can I list which directories the server can access?

Yes, the list_allowed_directories tool returns the directories the server is permitted to access.

How do I configure this server for Claude Desktop?

Add an entry in claude_desktop_config.json specifying the command 'npx' with args including '-y', '@exoticknight/mcp-file-merger', and the allowed directory path.

MCP File Merger

file-systemfile-mergesecurityutility

Utility MCP server to merge multiple files into one with directory access control.

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Client Config & Setup

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Target File:~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json

claude_desktop_config.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "exoticknight-mcp-file-merger": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@exoticknight/mcp-file-merger",
        "/path/to/allowed/dir"
      ]
    }
  }
}

💡 Paste the JSON block into your client's configuration file under mcpServers, then restart the application.

Overview

This MCP server merges multiple input files into a single output file, suitable for managing file content within AI chat length limits. It restricts access to specified directories for security and reports detailed merge summaries including file sizes. Use it when you need to combine files efficiently and securely within an MCP-enabled environment.

Use cases

Merge multiple text or data files into one

Combine large file contents for AI input size constraints

Securely handle file merging within allowed directories

Generate detailed reports of merged file sizes and summaries

Key features

Merge any number of files with one command

Restrict file access to specified directories

Provide detailed merge summaries and file size reports

Efficiently handle files of any size

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inputPaths

Callable MCP tool function

outputPath

Callable MCP tool function

Documentation Overview

File Merger MCP Server

Simple utility to combine multiple files into one. Fast, secure, and easy to use.

Features

Simple - Merge any number of files with a single command
Fast - Efficiently combines files of any size
Secure - Only accesses directories you allow
Detailed - Reports file sizes and merge summary

API

Tools

merge_files
- Inputs:
  - inputPaths (string[]): Files to merge
  - outputPath (string): Output file location
- Returns:
  - Success message with merge details
list_allowed_directories
- Lists directories the server can access

Usage with Claude Desktop

Add to your claude_desktop_config.json:

config.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "file-merger": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@exoticknight/mcp-file-merger",
        "/path/to/allowed/dir"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Installation

bash

# Clone and install
git clone https://github.com/exoticknight/mcp-file-merger.git
cd mcp-file-merger
npm install
npm run build

License

Apache License 2.0

Read the full README →View source on GitHub →

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Frequently Asked Questions about MCP File Merger

It requires an array of input file paths (inputPaths) and a single output file path (outputPath).

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{ "mcpServers": { "exoticknight-mcp-file-merger": { "command": "npx", "args": [ "-y", "@exoticknight/mcp-file-merger", "/path/to/allowed/dir" ] } } }