MCP Servers Guide
Enhance your AI conversations with specialized tools and knowledge sources through MCP servers.
What are MCP Servers?
MCP (Model Context Protocol) servers are specialized tools that extend your AI assistant's capabilities. They provide access to external knowledge sources, APIs, and specialized functions that make your conversations more powerful and accurate.
💡 Think of MCP servers as expert consultants that your AI can call upon for specialized knowledge!
How MCP Servers Work
You Ask a Question
When you ask a question, the system analyzes what type of help you need.
MCP Server Activates
The relevant MCP server provides specialized knowledge or tools for your question.
Enhanced Response
You receive a more accurate, detailed, and helpful answer.
Managing Your MCP Servers
Adding New MCP Servers
- Go to Settings in your chat interface
- Navigate to the MCP Servers section
- Click Add New Server
- Choose from available servers or add a custom one
- Configure the server settings as needed
Managing Active Servers
- View connection status of each server
- Enable or disable servers as needed
- Test server connections
Types of MCP Servers
🌍 Global Servers
Available to all users. These are curated, high-quality servers that provide valuable functionality for everyone.
👤 Private Servers
Personal servers that only you can access. Add your own custom MCP servers for specialized needs.
Best Practices
✅ Do:
- • Start with global servers like Context7
- • Enable servers relevant to your work
- • Test server connections regularly
- • Ask specific questions to get better results
❌ Avoid:
- • Adding too many servers at once
- • Keeping unused servers active
- • Using untrusted third-party servers
- • Expecting instant results from new servers
Troubleshooting
Server Not Connecting?
- Check your internet connection
- Verify server settings in the MCP configuration
- Try disconnecting and reconnecting the server
- Contact support if the problem persists
Not Getting Enhanced Responses?
- Make sure the relevant MCP server is active
- Ask more specific questions related to the server's expertise
- Check that the server status shows "Connected"
Privacy & Security
- • MCP servers only process questions relevant to their function
- • Global servers are vetted for security and privacy compliance
- • Private servers are isolated to your account only