# Paper Desktop MCP
> Paper Desktop local MCP connects an AI client to the currently open Paper design file for design inspection and editing.
Canonical: https://www.mcpfolio.com/servers/paper
Last updated: 2026-10-28
## Catalog record

- Publisher: Paper
- Categories: design

## Website

https://paper.design/

## Transports

stdio via Paper CLI, legacy local Streamable HTTP

## Authentication

Managed by Paper Desktop/client integration.

## Tools

- **get_basic_info**: File overview with artboards, dimensions, and fonts in use.
- **get_selection**: Returns the currently selected nodes.
- **get_tree_summary**: Returns a compact hierarchy overview of a subtree.
- **get_children**: Returns the direct children of a node.
- **get_node_info**: Returns detailed information for a specific node.
- **get_computed_styles**: Returns computed CSS values; supports batches.
- **get_fill_image**: Extracts image data from a node.
- **get_screenshot**: Captures a visual image of a node.
- **get_font_family_info**: Returns font availability and weight/style details.
- **get_jsx**: Exports JSX code using Tailwind or inline styles.
- **get_guide**: Returns built-in Paper MCP instructions or guides.
- **create_artboard**: Creates a new top-level frame.
- **write_html**: Adds or replaces canvas content using HTML with inline CSS.
- **update_styles**: Modifies styles on existing nodes; supports batches.
- **set_text_content**: Changes text on Text nodes; supports batches.
- **rename_nodes**: Sets layer names; supports batches.
- **duplicate_nodes**: Deep-clones nodes and returns descendant ID mapping.
- **delete_nodes**: Removes nodes and their descendants.
- **finish_working_on_nodes**: Releases working indicators when work on nodes is complete.

## Sources

- [discovery_directory](https://toolfolio.com/tools/paper)
- [official_branding_page](https://paper.design/)
- [official_documentation](https://paper.design/docs/mcp)

## Setup

Use the interactive setup panel on [the detail page](https://www.mcpfolio.com/servers/paper) to view instructions for each supported client.