davinci-resolve-mcp

Overview

The davinci-resolve-mcp server provides two modes: compound mode with 31 tools grouped by functionality for most AI assistants, and granular mode with 329 tools exposing each API method individually. It maintains 100% API coverage and has been live-tested against DaVinci Resolve 19.1.3 and 20.3.2. The server prioritizes source media safety, never modifying originals unless explicitly requested, and includes comprehensive documentation for installation, configuration, and operational boundaries.

Try asking AI

After installing, here are 5 things you can ask your AI assistant:

• list_projects

  List all projects in DaVinci Resolve

  Try:List all projectsTry:Show me all available projects
• create_timeline

  Create a new timeline from clips in the current bin

  Try:Create a timeline called 'Assembly Cut' from all clips in the current binTry:Make a new timeline with selected clips
• build_multicam_timeline

  Create a multicam preparation timeline from selected camera angles

  Try:Build a multicam timeline from selected camera anglesTry:Create multicam prep timeline preserving source media
• analyze_timeline

  Analyze timeline for gaps, overlaps, and media issues

  Try:Check this timeline for gaps and overlapsTry:Probe timeline for missing media
• import_media

  Safely import media into DaVinci Resolve

  Try:Import this image sequence and organize it into binsTry:Safely import these clips
• setup_render

  Configure and queue a render job

  Try:Build a ProRes 422 HQ render plan and queue the jobTry:Set up a render with these settings
• copy_review_markers

  Copy review markers from timeline to clip and export report

  Try:Copy review markers to selected clip and export reportTry:Move timeline markers to this clip
• snapshot_grade

  Snapshot a clip's color grade and export temp LUT

  Try:Snapshot this clip's grade and export a temp LUTTry:Copy color grade to this still
• create_fusion_text

  Create a Fusion TextPlus overlay on selected clip

  Try:Create a Fusion TextPlus overlay on the selected clipTry:Add text to this clip in Fusion
• analyze_audio

  Analyze audio properties and mapping

  Try:Report audio channel mappings for this clipTry:Check voice isolation availability
• install_extension

  Install Resolve extensions or scripts

  Try:Install this DCTL scriptTry:Add this Fusion extension
• analyze_media

  Analyze source media with visual and technical inspection

  Try:Analyze this media fileTry:Check this clip for technical issues

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Installation

git clone https://github.com/samuelgursky/davinci-resolve-mcp.git
cd davinci-resolve-mcp
python install.py

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "davinci-resolve": {
      "command": "python",
      "args": ["/path/to/davinci-resolve-mcp/src/server.py"],
      "env": {}
    }
  }
}

FAQ

Which DaVinci Resolve versions are supported?

DaVinci Resolve Studio 18.5+ on macOS, Windows, or Linux. The free edition does not support external scripting. Resolve 19.1.3 is the compatibility baseline, with version-guarded support for Resolve 20.x APIs.

Does this server modify source media files?

No, the server treats source media as immutable. Analysis tools only read source files and write reports to sidecar directories. The server only modifies or creates derivatives when explicitly requested by the user.

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