local-only server

The server can only run on the client’s local machine because it depends on local resources.

File Edit Check MCP Server

An MCP server that enforces pre-read checks and detailed commit documentation. This server prevents blind modifications to files by requiring explicit read operations before any writes or diffs can be applied.

Features

Enforces pre-read verification before file modifications
Prevents blind writes and diffs
Provides detailed commit message guidance
TypeScript implementation with proper error handling

Tools

checked_read_file: Read a file and mark it as read for future editing
checked_write_to_file: Write to a file, requiring it to have been read first if it exists
checked_apply_diff: Apply a diff to a file, requiring it to have been read first
list_my_tools: List the tools registered in this server

Installation

npm install
npm run build

Usage

Add to your MCP settings file:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "file-edit-check": {
      "command": "node",
      "args": ["/path/to/file-edit-check-server/build/index.js"],
      "disabled": false,
      "alwaysAllow": []
    }
  }
}

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This MCP server enforces pre-read checks and detailed commit documentation to prevent unauthorized file modifications, ensuring write and diff operations are preceded by explicit reads.

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