| name | julien-mcp-word |
| description | Install Word MCP via win32com/uv. Use when user needs Word document automation on Windows. |
| category | mcp |
| triggers | install word mcp, word automation, docx mcp |
MCP Word Installer
This skill installs the Word MCP server into the current project.
Installation Procedure
When the user asks to install Word MCP:
- Check for existing
.mcp.jsonin the project root - Merge configuration - Add this server to
mcpServers:
{
"word": {
"command": "uv",
"args": ["run", "--with", "pywin32", "--with", "fastmcp", "fastmcp", "run", "${ONEDRIVE_MCP_PATH}/word-mcp-server-win32com-2/main.py"]
}
}
- If
.mcp.jsondoesn't exist, create it with the full structure:
{
"mcpServers": {
"word": {
"command": "uv",
"args": ["run", "--with", "pywin32", "--with", "fastmcp", "fastmcp", "run", "${ONEDRIVE_MCP_PATH}/word-mcp-server-win32com-2/main.py"]
}
}
}
Environment Variables Required
ONEDRIVE_MCP_PATH: Path to MCP servers folder
Prerequisites
- Windows with Word installed
- uv package manager
Usage After Installation
Restart Claude Code to activate the MCP server.
Skill Chaining
- Input: User request to install Word MCP
- Output: Configured
.mcp.jsonwith word server - Tools Used: Read, Edit, Write
- Chains With: Word UVX MCP, PDF Reader MCP
Troubleshooting
| Problem | Solution |
|---|---|
| Word not found | Ensure Microsoft Word is installed |
| pywin32 error | Run uv pip install pywin32 |
| Path not found | Verify ONEDRIVE_MCP_PATH environment variable |
| Permission denied | Close Word documents before editing |