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VideoCapture
Provides webcam access for capturing still images with camera control features including brightness adjustment, resolution settings, and basic image transformat
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Provides webcam access for capturing still images with camera control features including brightness adjustment, resolution settings, and basic image transformations through OpenCV
Example tools
Illustrative tool names — the actual tool set is defined by the server at runtime.
list_resources
Enumerate resources exposed by this MCP
get_resource
Fetch a resource by ID
invoke
Invoke the primary action of this MCP
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about VideoCapture.
- What is the VideoCapture Model Context Protocol (MCP) used for?
- The VideoCapture MCP enables access to a webcam for capturing still images. It supports camera control features such as brightness adjustment, resolution settings, and basic image transformations, utilizing OpenCV for its functionalities.
- How can I install the VideoCapture MCP?
- Installation typically involves cloning the repository from https://github.com/13rac1/videocapture-mcp and following the setup instructions in the README. The specific steps for integration into an MCP client like Claude Desktop, Cursor, or Cline depend on that client's documentation.
- Does VideoCapture MCP require an API key or other credentials?
- No, the VideoCapture MCP does not require an API key, OAuth, or any other authentication credentials. It operates locally with direct access to your webcam through a stdio transport.
- What are the key capabilities exposed by VideoCapture MCP?
- The VideoCapture MCP provides control over webcam parameters such as brightness and resolution. It also offers basic image transformation capabilities, processed via the OpenCV library for still image captures.
- Are there any known limitations or prerequisites for using VideoCapture MCP?
- A primary prerequisite is the availability of a compatible webcam and the necessary drivers on the host system. The MCP's functionality is limited to still image capture and basic transformations; it does not support video streaming or advanced image processing operations.
Install VideoCapture
Claude Desktop
Add this to claude_desktop_config.json.
{
"mcpServers": {
"videocapture": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@modelcontextprotocol/server-videocapture"
]
}
}
}Cursor
Add this to ~/.cursor/mcp.json.
{
"mcpServers": {
"videocapture": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@modelcontextprotocol/server-videocapture"
]
}
}
}VS Code
Add this to your workspace settings.json.
{
"mcp.servers": {
"videocapture": {
"type": "stdio",
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@modelcontextprotocol/server-videocapture"
]
}
}
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