illustrator-mcp-server

MCP.Pizza Chef: spencerhhubert

The illustrator-mcp-server is an MCP server designed to execute JavaScript scripts directly on Adobe Illustrator, enabling programmatic generation and automation within the application. It leverages AppleScript for communication, making it compatible exclusively with MacOS environments. This server allows AI bots and automation tools to send scripts to Illustrator and receive results, facilitating complex graphic workflows and creative automation. It has been tested primarily with Claude Desktop and integrates seamlessly into MCP ecosystems for enhanced Illustrator scripting capabilities.

Use This MCP server To

Automate Adobe Illustrator graphic generation Run JavaScript scripts on Illustrator via MCP Integrate Illustrator scripting with AI bots Enable MacOS-based Illustrator automation Test and debug Illustrator scripts remotely Control Illustrator workflows programmatically

README

Illustrator MCP Server

Adobe Illustrator is compatible with JavaScript. In fact, some super big stuff you need to programmatically generate with these scripts. Bots are good at JavaScript.

This MCP server let's bots send scripts straight to Illustrator and look at the result.

Since it depends on AppleScript, it's only compatible with MacOS. and I've only tested it with Claude Desktop. ~/Library/Application\ Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json

{
    "mcpServers": {
        "illustrator": {
            "command": "uv",
            "args": [
                "--directory",
                "/Users/you/code/mcp/illustrator-mcp-server",
                "run",
                "illustrator"
            ]
        }
    }
}

illustrator-mcp-server FAQ

Is illustrator-mcp-server compatible with Windows or Linux?

No, it relies on AppleScript and is only compatible with MacOS.

How does illustrator-mcp-server communicate with Adobe Illustrator?

It uses AppleScript to send JavaScript scripts directly to Illustrator for execution.

Can I use illustrator-mcp-server with any MCP host?

It is designed to work with MCP hosts that support server integration, tested primarily with Claude Desktop.

Do I need Adobe Illustrator installed to use illustrator-mcp-server?

Yes, Adobe Illustrator must be installed on the MacOS machine where the server runs.

How do I configure illustrator-mcp-server for use with Claude Desktop?

You add the server configuration in Claude Desktop's config file, specifying the command and arguments as shown in the README snippet.

Can illustrator-mcp-server run scripts written in languages other than JavaScript?

No, it specifically runs JavaScript scripts compatible with Adobe Illustrator's scripting environment.

Is illustrator-mcp-server open source?

Yes, it is available on GitHub for review and contribution.

What are the main benefits of using illustrator-mcp-server?

It enables automated, script-driven control of Illustrator, enhancing productivity and enabling AI-driven creative workflows.