MCP Server Manager
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Install and manage Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers for Claude and other LLM clients. Browse available servers, configure settings, and manage multiple configurations.
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What is MCP Server Manager?
MCP Server Manager is a VSCode extension designed to simplify the installation and management of Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers, primarily for use with Claude and other Large Language Model (LLM) clients.
How to use MCP Server Manager?
Install the extension from the VSCode Marketplace, add your configuration files (e.g., Claude Desktop or VSCode Cline config), browse available MCP servers, install the desired servers, and then enable/disable and configure them as needed. The extension provides a user-friendly interface for managing these servers across multiple configurations.
Key features of MCP Server Manager
Server Catalog: Browse and install from a comprehensive list of available MCP servers
Multi-Config Support: Manage servers across multiple configuration files (Claude Desktop, VSCode Cline)
Server Management: Enable, disable, and configure installed servers
Easy Installation: Simple interface for adding and removing MCP servers
Use cases of MCP Server Manager
Managing MCP servers for Claude Desktop
Managing MCP servers for VSCode Cline
Installing and configuring multiple MCP servers
Enabling and disabling MCP servers based on usage needs
FAQ from MCP Server Manager
What is an MCP server?
What is an MCP server?
An MCP server likely refers to a server that uses the Model Context Protocol, facilitating communication between LLMs and client applications.
Where can I find MCP server configurations?
Where can I find MCP server configurations?
MCP server configurations can be found in Claude Desktop or VSCode Cline config files.
How do I add a config file?
How do I add a config file?
Click the "Add Config File" button (document icon) and select your Claude Desktop or VSCode Cline config file.
How do I install a server?
How do I install a server?
Click "Browse Available Servers" (server icon), select a category, choose a server, and select which config files to add it to.
What are the requirements for using this extension?
What are the requirements for using this extension?
Visual Studio Code ^1.96.0 and Node.js & npm (for some MCP servers) are required.