By name: excel description: Read, write, and format Excel (.xlsx) files using the Excel MCP server. Use when user asks to create, edit, or export Excel spreadsheets.
Work with Excel files using the excel MCP server tools.
MCP Server
excel — npx --yes @negokaz/excel-mcp-server
All files require absolute paths (e.g. /Users/aitraining2u/...).
Available Tools
| Tool | Purpose |
|---|---|
excel_describe_sheets |
List all sheets in a file |
excel_read_sheet |
Read cell values (with optional range, formula view, style view) |
excel_write_to_sheet |
Write values/formulas to a range (use = prefix for formulas) |
excel_create_table |
Create a named table from a range |
excel_copy_sheet |
Duplicate a sheet within the file |
excel_format_range |
Apply font, fill, border, number format styling |
excel_screen_captureis Windows-only — skip on macOS.
Workflow Pattern
- Read first:
excel_describe_sheets→excel_read_sheet - Write:
excel_write_to_sheetwithnewSheet: falseto update existing - Format:
excel_format_rangeafter writing - Deliver: use
send-fileskill to send via Telegram
Arguments
$ARGUMENTS= task description, file path, or "create new file at"