mcp-probe
MCP Probe is a powerful Terminal User Interface for debugging and interacting with Model Context Protocol servers.
MCP Probe provides an intuitive, feature-rich alternative to command-line MCP inspectors, enabling real-time protocol analysis, capability discovery, and interactive tool execution. With a focus on usability, it allows users to easily navigate through various MCP functionalities and tools, enhancing the debugging experience. The architecture consists of a TUI interface that connects to various transport layers, including HTTP, WebSocket, and TCP, allowing seamless interaction with any MCP server implementation. The toolkit supports over 373 tools and offers capabilities such as search, response viewing, and debugging, making it an essential resource for developers working with MCP integrations.
Compatible with
Install
Claude Desktop
Add to your claude_desktop_config.json:
{
"mcpServers": {
"mcp-probe": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@modelcontextprotocol/server-mcp-probe"
]
}
}
}Config File Location
Mac: ~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json
Windows: %APPDATA%\Claude\claude_desktop_config.json
Linux: ~/.config/claude/claude_desktop_config.json
Some servers require additional setup - check the GitHub README for specific instructions.
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