Meshy Server
FreeNot checkedEnables AI agents to create, manage, and download 3D models, textures, images, rigged characters, and animations through natural conversation.
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Enables AI agents to create, manage, and download 3D models, textures, images, rigged characters, and animations through natural conversation.
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Model Context Protocol (MCP) server for the Meshy AI 3D generation platform. Enables AI agents to create, manage, and download 3D models, textures, images, rigged characters, and animations through natural conversation.
Features
24 tools covering the full Meshy API:
| Category | Tools |
|---|---|
| 3D Generation | meshy_text_to_3d, meshy_text_to_3d_refine, meshy_image_to_3d, meshy_multi_image_to_3d |
| Creative Lab | meshy_creative_lab |
| Post-Processing | meshy_remesh, meshy_retexture, meshy_rig, meshy_animate |
| Conversion | meshy_convert, meshy_resize, meshy_uv_unwrap |
| Image Generation | meshy_text_to_image, meshy_image_to_image |
| Task Management | meshy_get_task_status, meshy_list_tasks, meshy_cancel_task, meshy_download_model |
| Workspace | meshy_list_models |
| 3D Printing | meshy_send_to_slicer, meshy_analyze_printability, meshy_repair_printability, meshy_process_multicolor |
| Account | meshy_check_balance |
Key Capabilities
- Text to 3D: Generate 3D models from text descriptions (preview + refine pipeline)
- Image to 3D: Convert single or multiple images into 3D models
- Auto-Rigging & Animation: Add skeletons and animations to humanoid characters
- Creative Lab (v0.4.0): One tool — a photo or a line of text → a finished, print-ready product (figure / lamp / keychain / fridge-magnet). Runs prototype→build end-to-end and returns only the final 3D model
- Format & Size Utilities (v0.4.0):
convert(format conversion incl. 3MF, 1 credit),resize(real-world dimensions, 1 credit),uv_unwrap(clean UV layout for external texturing, 5 credits) - 2D Image Models (v0.4.0):
text_to_image/image_to_imagenow includenano-banana-2andgpt-image-2 - 3D Printability Suite (v0.3.0):
analyze_printability— free FDM check (watertight, volume, holes, non-manifold edges, degenerate faces)repair_printability— 10-credit topology repair (output format mirrors input)process_multicolor— 10-credit multi-color 3MF for AMS/MMU printers
- Slicer Integration: Auto-detect 7 installed slicers (OrcaSlicer, Bambu, Creality, Elegoo, Anycubic, PrusaSlicer, Cura) and return launch commands the agent can execute
- Smart File Organization: Auto-saves to
meshy_output/with project folders, metadata, and history tracking - Built-in Workflow Intelligence: Server instructions guide the agent through correct tool chains for each use case
Prerequisites
- Node.js >= 18
- A Meshy API key (get one here — requires Pro plan or above)
Installation
Pick whichever fits your workflow — they all produce the same config.
Option 1 · One-Command Install · Recommended
add-mcp auto-detects every AI client on your machine (Cursor, Claude Code, Claude Desktop, Windsurf, Codex, VS Code, Cline, …) and writes the right config to each:
npx add-mcp @meshy-ai/meshy-mcp-server --env MESHY_API_KEY=msy_YOUR_API_KEY
After it finishes, jump to Activate for your client.
Option 2 · Install by Asking Your AI Agent
Already chatting with Cursor / Claude Code / Codex? Paste this prompt:
Install the Meshy MCP server for me. Docs: https://github.com/meshy-dev/meshy-mcp-server
Use this env var: MESHY_API_KEY=msy_YOUR_API_KEY
The agent will run add-mcp (or write mcp.json directly) and tell you when it's ready. You'll still need the Activate step for your client.
Option 3 · Manual Install
Cursor
Paste into .cursor/mcp.json (project) or ~/.cursor/mcp.json (global):
{
"mcpServers": {
"meshy": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "@meshy-ai/meshy-mcp-server"],
"env": { "MESHY_API_KEY": "msy_YOUR_API_KEY" }
}
}
}
Windows: replace
"command": "npx"with"command": "cmd"and"args": ["/c", "npx", "-y", "@meshy-ai/meshy-mcp-server"].
Claude Code
claude mcp add-json meshy '{"command":"npx","args":["-y","@meshy-ai/meshy-mcp-server"],"env":{"MESHY_API_KEY":"msy_YOUR_API_KEY"}}'
Other clients (Windsurf, Claude Desktop, Codex, VS Code, Cline…)
Use Option 1 — add-mcp writes the correct config for each.
Activate After Install
Most clients auto-load the new server, but Cursor and VS Code require a manual toggle:
| Client | What to do | Verify |
|---|---|---|
| Cursor | Restart → Settings → MCP & Integrations → toggle meshy on → wait for green dot ● → open a new chat |
List the meshy tools available |
| Claude Code | Nothing — auto-loads on next message | /mcp shows meshy ✓ connected |
| Claude Desktop | Quit & relaunch the app | List the meshy tools available |
| Windsurf | Refresh in the Cascade panel's MCP section | List the meshy tools available |
| VS Code | Run command MCP: List Servers → click meshy → Start |
List the meshy tools available |
| Codex | Nothing — auto-loads on next session | List the meshy tools available |
Troubleshooting
MESHY_API_KEY environment variable is required— the key didn't reach the server. Make sure it sits inside an"env": {...}block in yourmcp.json, not inargs.spawn npx ENOENT(Windows) — wrap withcmd /c(see Cursor block above).error: unknown option '-y'(Claude Code on Windows) — useclaude mcp add-jsoninstead ofclaude mcp add … -- npx -y ….- Cursor doesn't list
meshy— make suremcp.jsonis valid JSON (no trailing commas), then fully restart Cursor. - Tool calls return 401 — the API key is invalid or revoked. Regenerate at https://www.meshy.ai/settings/api.
Configuration
| Environment Variable | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|
MESHY_API_KEY |
Required. Your Meshy API key (starts with msy_) |
— |
MESHY_API_HOST |
API base URL | https://api.meshy.ai |
TRANSPORT |
Transport mode: stdio or http |
stdio |
PORT |
Port for HTTP transport | 3000 |
CHARACTER_LIMIT |
Max response size in characters | 25000 |
Development
# Clone and install
git clone https://github.com/meshy-dev/meshy-mcp-server.git
cd meshy-mcp-server
npm install
# Development with hot reload
npm run dev
# Build
npm run build
# Type check
npm run lint
# Run
npm start
HTTP Transport
For remote access, run in HTTP mode:
TRANSPORT=http PORT=3000 npm start
Endpoints:
POST /mcp— MCP protocol endpointGET /health— Health check
License
Install Meshy Server in Claude Desktop, Claude Code & Cursor
unyly install meshy-mcp-serverInstalls into Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor & VS Code — handles npx, uvx and build-from-source repos for you.
First time? Get the CLI: curl -fsSL https://unyly.org/install | sh
Or configure manually
Run in your terminal:
claude mcp add meshy-mcp-server -- npx -y @meshy-ai/meshy-mcp-serverFAQ
Is Meshy Server MCP free?
Yes, Meshy Server MCP is free — one-click install via Unyly at no cost.
Does Meshy Server need an API key?
No, Meshy Server runs without API keys or environment variables.
Is Meshy Server hosted or self-hosted?
Self-hosted: the server runs locally on your machine via the install command above.
How do I install Meshy Server in Claude Desktop, Claude Code or Cursor?
Open Meshy Server on unyly.org, pick your client tab (Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor) and press Install — the config is generated automatically, no JSON editing.
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