# Backdraw MCP server

> Allows AI clients to generate images using your existing ChatGPT account via a background Chrome tab.

- Repository: https://github.com/devtalh/backdraw
- Page: https://hostedmcp.org/servers/devtalh/backdraw
- Transport: stdio
- Stars: 2
- License: MIT
- Latest version: 2.4.0

## Install

### Claude Code

```sh
claude mcp add backdraw -- npx -y backdraw
```

### Cursor (`~/.cursor/mcp.json`)

```json
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "backdraw": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "backdraw"
      ]
    }
  }
}
```

### VS Code (`.vscode/mcp.json`)

```json
{
  "servers": {
    "backdraw": {
      "type": "stdio",
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "backdraw"
      ]
    }
  }
}
```

### Claude Desktop (`claude_desktop_config.json`)

```json
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "backdraw": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "backdraw"
      ]
    }
  }
}
```

### Codex (`~/.codex/config.toml`)

```toml
[mcp_servers.backdraw]
command = "npx"
args = ["-y", "backdraw"]
```

### Gemini CLI (`~/.gemini/settings.json`)

```json
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "backdraw": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "backdraw"
      ]
    }
  }
}
```

## Tools (20)

- `generate_image`
- `generate_sprite`
- `job_status`
- `cancel_job`
- `fetch_images`
- `list_projects`
- `select_project`
- `list_collections`
- `animate_image`
- `animate_sheet`
- `animated`
- `motion`
- `reference_images`
- `reference_files`
- `conversation_url`
- `auto_reattach`
- `send_as_is`
- `output_dir`
- `filename_hint`
- `wait_seconds`

## FAQ

### Does Backdraw require an API key?

No, it uses your existing ChatGPT plan and session from your Chrome browser.

### What operating systems are supported?

Currently, Backdraw is only supported on Windows 10 or 11.

### Will Backdraw interrupt my work in Chrome?

No, the image generation happens in a muted background tab that does not take focus.

### Where are the generated images saved?

Images are saved to your PC in the Pictures folder under a directory named Backdraw.