vscode-mcp-server
A Visual Studio Code extension that allows MCP clients to code directly in VS Code.
This extension enables integration with MCP clients like Claude, providing access to VS Code's editing features such as symbol search and document outlines. It is designed to enhance coding agents by leveraging VS Code's built-in capabilities without duplicating existing tools. Users should be cautious as the extension can execute shell commands, posing potential security risks if not properly managed.
Compatible with
Install
Claude Desktop
Add to your claude_desktop_config.json:
{
"mcpServers": {
"vscode-mcp-server": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@modelcontextprotocol/server-vscode-mcp-server"
]
}
}
}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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