Bitable MCP Server: Lark Table Integration & Effortless Data Tools

What is Bitable MCP Server: Lark Table Integration & Effortless Data Tools?

Bitable MCP Server acts as a bridge between Lark Table (Bitable) and development environments like Claude, enabling seamless interaction via the Model Context Protocol. This server simplifies access to Bitable’s data structures, allowing users to list tables, query columns, and execute SQL commands without manual API wrangling. Think of it as a translator that turns raw data into actionable insights with minimal setup.

How to Use Bitable MCP Server: Lark Table Integration & Effortless Data Tools?

Installation is straightforward. For Claude users, run this command with your tokens:

PERSONAL_BASE_TOKEN=your_token APP_TOKEN=your_app_token uv run --with uv --with bitable-mcp bitable-mcp-install

Manual setups via uvx or pip are also supported, requiring edits to your editor’s config files. Cursor and Windsurf integrations are in the pipeline but not yet live—stay tuned!

Key Features of Bitable MCP Server: Lark Table Integration & Effortless Data Tools?

• List Table: Fetch all table names in one JSON sweep. Perfect for audits or sanity checks.
• Describe Table: Unpack a table’s schema instantly—column names, types, and constraints delivered in JSON format. Great for debugging or schema comparisons.
• SQL Query Execution: Write raw SQL to extract data (e.g., SELECT * FROM projects WHERE status='completed'). Results come back neatly formatted as JSON arrays.

Use Cases of Bitable MCP Server: Lark Table Integration & Effortless Data Tools?

Imagine a project manager using list_table

FAQ from Bitable MCP Server: Lark Table Integration & Effortless Data Tools?

• Why use MCP instead of Bitable’s API directly? MCP abstracts boilerplate code, cutting setup time from hours to minutes. It’s like trading a screwdriver for a swiss army knife.
• What if I forget my tokens? Tokens are tied to your Lark account and app permissions. Double-check the Lark developer portal for recovery steps.
• Can I debug issues? Absolutely. Run npx @modelcontextprotocol/inspector uvx bitable-mcp to trace requests and spot errors in real-time.

Bitable MCP Server

This MCP server provides access to Lark Bitable through the Model Context Protocol. It allows users to interact with Bitable tables using predefined tools.

One click installation & Configuration

Claude

To install and configure the server, use the following command:

PERSONAL_BASE_TOKEN=your_personal_base_token APP_TOKEN=your_app_token uv run --with uv --with bitable-mcp bitable-mcp-install

Replace your_personal_base_token and your_app_token with your actual tokens.

Cursor

Coming soon

Windsurf

Coming soon

Available Tools

• list_table - List tables for the current Bitable.

  • Returns : A JSON-encoded list of table names.

• describe_table - Describe a table by its name.

  • Parameters :
    • name (str): The name of the table to describe.
  • Returns : A JSON-encoded list of columns in the table.

• read_query - Execute a SQL query to read data from the tables.

  • Parameters :
    • sql (str): The SQL query to execute.
  • Returns : A JSON-encoded list of query results.

Manual installation and configuration

Please make sure uvx is installed before installation.

Add to your Claude settings:

1. Using uvx

"mcpServers": {
  "bitable-mcp": {
    "command": "uvx",
    "args": ["bitable-mcp"],
    "env": {
        "PERSONAL_BASE_TOKEN": "your-personal-base-token",
        "APP_TOKEN": "your-app-token"
    }
  }
}

2. Using pip installation

3. Install bitable-mcp via pip:

pip install bitable-mcp

2. Modify your Claude settings

"mcpServers": {
  "bitable-mcp": {
    "command": "python",
    "args": ["-m", "bitable_mcp"],
    "env": {
        "PERSONAL_BASE_TOKEN": "your-personal-base-token",
        "APP_TOKEN": "your-app-token"
    }
  }
}

Configure for Zed

Add to your Zed settings.json:

Using uvx

"context_servers": [
  "bitable-mcp": {
    "command": "uvx",
    "args": ["bitable-mcp"],
    "env": {
        "PERSONAL_BASE_TOKEN": "your-personal-base-token",
        "APP_TOKEN": "your-app-token"
    }
  }
],

Using pip installation

"context_servers": {
  "bitable-mcp": {
    "command": "python",
    "args": ["-m", "bitable_mcp"],
    "env": {
        "PERSONAL_BASE_TOKEN": "your-personal-base-token",
        "APP_TOKEN": "your-app-token"
    }
  }
},

Debugging

You can use the MCP inspector to debug the server. For uvx installations:

npx @modelcontextprotocol/inspector uvx bitable-mcp