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Control Plex Media Server - browse libraries, search, play media, manage playback.

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Installation

npx clawhub@latest install plex

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Plex Media Server

Control Plex Media Server using the Plex API.

Setup

Set environment variables:

  • PLEX_SERVER: Your Plex server URL (e.g., ) - PLEX_TOKEN: Your Plex auth token (find it at plex.tv/claim or in Plex app XML) ## Common Commands ### Get Server Info __CODE_BLOCK_0__ ### Browse Libraries __CODE_BLOCK_1__ ### List Library Contents __CODE_BLOCK_2__ ### Search __CODE_BLOCK_3__ ### Get Recently Added __CODE_BLOCK_4__ ### Get On Deck (Continue Watching) __CODE_BLOCK_5__ ### Get Active Sessions (What's Playing Now) __CODE_BLOCK_6__ ### List Available Clients/Players __CODE_BLOCK_7__ ## Library Section Types - Movies (usually section 1) - TV Shows (usually section 2) - Music - Photos ## Notes - Add -H "Accept: application/json" for JSON output (default is XML) - Library section keys (1, 2, 3...) vary by server setup — list sections first - Media keys look like /library/metadata/12345`

  • Always confirm before starting playback on a device

  • Get your token: plex.tv → Account → Authorized Devices → XML link