Deskdrop, developed by Svreenen, is an Android keyboard application that integrates advanced AI capabilities. Categorized as an MCP server by M8ven, it primarily functions as a client connecting to various external AI services like Ollama, OpenAI-compatible servers, and cloud APIs such as Gemini and Groq. It also supports connections to external tool servers, including Home Assistant, using the Model Context Protocol (MCP). The program is distributed as an APK file, making it accessible for Android users.

What does Deskdrop connect to?

Deskdrop connects to a variety of AI backends, offering flexibility for its AI functionalities. These include local options like Ollama, any OpenAI-compatible server, and cloud API keys for services such as Gemini, Groq, and OpenAI. Furthermore, Deskdrop supports integration with external tool servers through the Model Context Protocol (MCP), notably connecting to Home Assistant for smart device control. Its transport mechanism for MCP support utilizes Streamable HTTP and SSE, enabling dynamic interactions with external services.

Core features and tools

Deskdrop's internal AI assistant offers 17 built-in tools that run locally on the device. These include capabilities like Calculator Arithmetic, Calendar Read & write events, and Reminder Schedule alerts. While categorized as an MCP server, its primary documentation highlights tools its internal AI can call, rather than explicitly detailing tools it exposes as an MCP server to external clients. Its core programming languages are Kotlin (46.4%), Java (28.5%), and C++ (24.6%).

Who is it for?

Deskdrop is designed for Android users seeking an AI-integrated keyboard experience that extends device capabilities. It provides quick access to AI functions for text manipulation and device control, all from the keyboard interface. Users can rewrite selected text, process clipboard content, or manage smart home devices. The program stores AI API keys securely using AES-256-GCM via Android EncryptedSharedPreferences, ensuring they are never logged. This is not the right fit if you require a dedicated, primary MCP server application for external clients.

How to get started

No credentials are required for clients to connect to Deskdrop as an MCP server. The program supports Streamable HTTP and SSE transport for its MCP connections.

Use cases

• Rewriting selected text with one tap using AI Assist.
• Processing clipboard content through Clipboard AI.
• Controlling smart home devices via MCP (Home Assistant) from the keyboard.

Deskdrop delivers an AI-enhanced Android keyboard experience, connecting to various AI models and external MCP services like Home Assistant. It provides localized AI tools for everyday tasks and offers convenient text and device control from the keyboard. While its internal AI features are clear, its role as an MCP server exposing tools is less emphasized. Try rewriting selected text using the AI Assist feature directly from the keyboard.