interactive-mcp

Overview

interactive-mcp provides a suite of tools that allow AI agents to request user input directly from the local machine. It includes functionality for asking questions with predefined options, displaying OS notifications, and maintaining persistent command-line chat sessions. The server runs locally alongside MCP clients like Claude Desktop or VS Code, requiring direct OS access to function properly. Despite being in its early stages, the project demonstrates a clear understanding of the MCP protocol and provides practical tools for enhancing human-AI interaction.

Try asking AI

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

• request_user_input

  Asks the user a question and returns their answer. Can display predefined options.

  Try:What's your name?Try:Do you want to proceed with this change?Try:Which option do you prefer: A, B, or C?
• message_complete_notification

  Sends a simple OS notification.

  Try:Notify me when the task is doneTry:Show me a notificationTry:Alert me when the process completes
• start_intensive_chat

  Initiates a persistent command-line chat session.

  Try:Start a new chat sessionTry:Begin interactive discussionTry:Open command-line chat
• ask_intensive_chat

  Asks a question within an active intensive chat session.

  Try:Ask the user about their preferencesTry:Get feedback in the ongoing chatTry:Query the chat session for input
• stop_intensive_chat

  Closes an active intensive chat session.

  Try:End the current chat sessionTry:Close the intensive chatTry:Terminate the interactive discussion

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Installation

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "interactive": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "interactive-mcp"]
    }
  }
}

{
  "mcp": {
    "servers": {
      "interactive-mcp": {
        "command": "npx",
        "args": ["-y", "interactive-mcp"]
      }
    }
  }
}

FAQ

What platforms does interactive-mcp support?

interactive-mcp is cross-platform and supports Windows, macOS, and Linux.

Can I customize the timeout for user input?

Yes, you can set a custom timeout using the `-t` or `--timeout` flag in the client configuration.

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