photoshop-mcp
MCP for Adobe Photoshop. 118 tools. Control from Cursor, Claude or custom LLMs.
No outside reports on file
Using this tool gives an AI system direct remote control over Photoshop, so only use it on machines with files you trust and monitor what commands you approve.
Based on public adoption and transparency signals as of Oct 22, 2026. Our opinion, not a code audit or security guarantee.
What it can access
- Local filesNo local folder access notedLOW
- Command executionNo shell command runner notedLOW
- Network reachConnects to outside service APINOTED
- CredentialsNo API token requiredLOW
- Package sourcenpm (@alisaitteke/photoshop-mcp)PUBLIC
Inferred from this listing’s public package details and description. Check the project’s source before installing.
Install
npx -y @alisaitteke/photoshop-mcpAbout Photoshop MCP
This tool lets AI assistants like Claude control Adobe Photoshop directly through 118 different commands. You can automate image editing tasks, layer management, filters, and other Photoshop operations without manually clicking through the program yourself.
Who it’s for
Designers and developers who want to automate Photoshop workflows through AI chatbots. It works with Cursor, Claude, or other large language models that support MCP (Model Context Protocol) connectors.
Alternatives
- Photoshop API with manual scripting: Write scripts yourself using Adobe's official ExtendScript or UXP APIs for precise control
- GIMP automation tools: Use GIMP's Python-Fu or Script-Fu for open-source image editing automation
- Zapier or Make: Build image workflow automation without direct AI control using pre-built integrations
Setup
Check these steps against the project’s own instructions before running anything.
Follow the project's README at https://github.com/alisaitteke/photoshop-mcp (opens external site) for installation instructions specific to your setup and AI tool.
Why this grade
Signal-based grade (4/7 points): well starred on GitHub, listed in several sources, public source code. This reflects adoption and transparency, not a code review.
Popularity and upkeep
- GitHub stars
- 766
- Listing last refreshed
- 2026-10-29
These are public popularity signals, not a maintenance check. Look at the repository’s commit history and open issues.
Security reports
No reports found for this package in our research (last checked 2026-10-29).
Risks to watch for
- Full Photoshop access: The tool can control any open Photoshop document and execute any of 118 editing commands, potentially modifying or deleting your work
- File system interaction: Photoshop commands may read, write, or open files on your computer without your immediate knowledge
- Malicious prompts: An attacker who tricks you into pasting a prompt could instruct the AI to delete layers, corrupt files, or export sensitive image data
- Unvetted code: The connector runs JavaScript/code to bridge Photoshop and your AI tool; bugs or hidden code could cause unexpected behavior
- Data leakage: Image metadata, file paths, or layer information from open documents could be sent to the AI service and logged
How to lower the risk
Least-privilege permissions
- Only grant access when actively using the connector; disable it otherwise
- Keep Photoshop and the MCP server on the same local machine when possible
Network isolation
- Run the connector on a machine behind a firewall with no public access
- Avoid using it on shared or cloud-based computers
Monitoring
- Review AI-suggested commands before they execute on important files
- Keep backups of valuable Photoshop projects before testing automation
Red flags to watch for
- Unusual file access or export commands you didn't request
- Slow performance or unexpected Photoshop behavior
- Prompts that ask you to paste long code blocks or disable safety features
Questions
How do I install Photoshop MCP?
Run npx -y @alisaitteke/photoshop-mcp in your terminal, or add the server entry to your claude_desktop_config.json or .cursor/mcp.json as shown in the Setup section on this page. Full setup docs and environment variables are in github.com/alisaitteke/photoshop-mcp.
Are there security reports about Photoshop MCP?
No reports found for this package in our research (last checked 2026-10-29). Photoshop MCP currently holds Grade B (Some risk signals) based on public adoption and transparency signals. Key risk areas to watch include full photoshop access, file system interaction, malicious prompts.
Is Photoshop MCP actively maintained?
Photoshop MCP has 766 GitHub stars. Our directory data was last refreshed on 2026-10-29. Check recent commit activity, release tags, and open issues at github.com/alisaitteke/photoshop-mcp before pinning it in production.
What are alternatives to Photoshop MCP?
Notable alternatives to Photoshop MCP include Photoshop API with manual scripting (Write scripts yourself using Adobe's official ExtendScript or UXP APIs for precise control), GIMP automation tools (Use GIMP's Python-Fu or Script-Fu for open-source image editing automation), Zapier or Make (Build image workflow automation without direct AI control using pre-built integrations). You can also compare Photoshop MCP side by side with other MCP servers in the Related tools section on this page.
README badge and team notes
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GitHub README Markdown:
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### AgentArmorHQ Security Review Memo: photoshop-mcp
- **Listing URL:** https://agentarmorhq.com/skills/alisaitteke-photoshop-mcp
- **Type:** App connector
- **Risk Grade:** Grade B (Some risk signals)
- **Outside Security Advisories on File:** 0
- **Public Adoption:** 766 GitHub stars
#### Permission & Blast-Radius Signals
- **Local files:** No local folder access noted
- **Command execution:** No shell command runner noted
- **Network reach:** Connects to outside service API
- **Credentials:** No API token required
- **Package source:** npm (@alisaitteke/photoshop-mcp)
#### Recommended Hardened Setup
- **Command:** `npx -y --ignore-scripts @alisaitteke/photoshop-mcp`
- **Controls:** Pin an exact version in `.mcp.json`, scope access to a single workspace folder, and use a least-privilege read-only token where supported.
_Based on public adoption and transparency signals as of Oct 22, 2026. Our opinion, not a code audit or security guarantee._Key facts
- Type
- App connector
- Publisher
- alisaitteke
- Source code
- github.com/alisaitteke/photoshop-mcp
- Install command
- npm install @alisaitteke/photoshop-mcp
- Est. context load
- ~1k tokens / turn (~6 tool schemas, 0.5% of 200k context)
- Popularity
- 766 GitHub stars
- Last updated
- 2026-10-29
- Last graded
- 2026-10-22
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