# Desktop Commander

> AI-powered desktop app that reads files, runs commands, and automates workflows on your local machine using natural language.

Desktop Commander is an AI operator for your local machine that executes tasks in natural language — reading files, running commands, and automating workflows without requiring coding knowledge. It supports multiple AI models (Claude, GPT-4, Gemini, and more) and provides live visualization of file changes as they happen. With 26k+ weekly downloads and 5.4k GitHub stars, it has become a popular alternative to AI coding IDEs like Cursor and Windsurf for developers who want direct machine-level AI execution.

- **Natural Language Execution** — *Describe tasks in plain English and Desktop Commander reads, writes, and runs them directly on your machine.*
- **Model-Agnostic** — *Use Opus 4.5, GPT-4.5, Gemini 2.5, or any supported model; bring your own API key or use DC credits.*
- **File Management** — *Move, rename, convert, and organize files and folders through conversation.*
- **Code Generation & Prototyping** — *Describe what you want built; the AI writes the code and saves it locally without manual IDE setup.*
- **Knowledge Base Building** — *Write and organize markdown files by talking to the AI, creating searchable local knowledge bases.*
- **Prompt Library** — *Access 60+ curated prompts organized by workflow, covering codebase exploration, documentation, deployment, and task automation.*
- **MCP Integration** — *Built on the Model Context Protocol; extend with custom MCP servers and additional context sources.*
- **Built-in Markdown Editor** — *Edit and preview markdown files in one place without switching apps.*
- **Live File Change Visualization** — *See exactly what files are being modified in real time as the AI executes tasks.*
- **Cross-App Automation** — *Connect and operate any installed tool to automate multi-step workflows across applications.*

To get started, download the Desktop Commander app for macOS (M-chip or Intel) or Windows, then connect your preferred AI model via API key or DC credits. Use the built-in prompt library or type your own instructions to begin automating tasks immediately.

## Features
- Natural language file management
- Multi-model AI support (Claude, GPT-4, Gemini)
- Bring your own API key
- Live file change visualization
- Built-in markdown editor
- 60+ prompt library
- MCP server integration
- Custom MCP and context extension
- Code generation and prototyping
- Cross-app workflow automation
- Knowledge base creation
- Diff-based file editing

## Integrations
Claude, GPT-4, Gemini, Obsidian, GitHub, BigQuery, MCP servers, NPM

## Platforms
WINDOWS, MACOS, CLI, API

## Pricing
Freemium — Free tier available with paid upgrades

## Version
Beta

## Links
- Website: https://desktopcommander.app
- Documentation: https://desktopcommander.app/mcp#faq
- Repository: https://github.com/wonderwhy-er/DesktopCommanderMCP
- EveryDev.ai: https://www.everydev.ai/tools/desktop-commander