How do I connect Vscode MCP Server to Claude?

The listing records `claude mcp add vscode-mcp -- npx -y @vscode-mcp/vscode-mcp-server@latest` as its setup step. Run it, then follow the repository's instructions for the client configuration; the listing names Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code as compatible clients.

Is Vscode MCP Server free?

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What can Vscode MCP Server do?

Vscode MCP Server documents 8 tools to the agent, including execute_command, get_diagnostics, get_references. The descriptions above come from project documentation. A live handshake does not test individual tool behavior.

Vscode MCP

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by tjx666

MCP server for Claude Code/VSCode/Cursor/Windsurf to use editor self functionality. ⚡ Get real-time LSP diagnostics, type information, and code navigation for AI coding agents without waiting for slow tsc/eslint checks.

Install

$claude mcp add vscode-mcp -- npx -y @vscode-mcp/vscode-mcp-server@latest

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This server needs project-specific setup. Follow the project instructions; no reusable public launch command is available yet.

Project instructions

agentaiclaudecursoreslintlanguage-server-protocollintllmlspmcpmcp-serverstylelinttsctypescriptvscodevscode-extensionwindsurf

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8 of 8 tools

Documented tools (8)

From project documentation. A server handshake does not verify each tool’s description or behavior.

execute_command

⚠️ Execute VSCode commands with JSON string arguments

get_diagnostics

Get real-time diagnostics, replace slow tsc/eslint

get_references

Find symbol references with usage context code

get_symbol_lsp_info

Get comprehensive LSP info (definition, hover, signatures, etc.)

health_check

Test connection to VSCode MCP Bridge extension

list_workspaces

List all available VSCode workspaces

open_files

Open multiple files with optional editor display

rename_symbol

Rename symbols across all files in workspace

Tool change history

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FAQ

Questions about Vscode MCP Server

How do I connect Vscode MCP Server to Claude?: The listing records `claude mcp add vscode-mcp -- npx -y @vscode-mcp/vscode-mcp-server@latest` as its setup step. Run it, then follow the repository's instructions for the client configuration; the listing names Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code as compatible clients.
Is Vscode MCP Server free?: MCPVault has not verified a licence for this server. Check the upstream terms and pricing before use; connected APIs may require a paid account.
What can Vscode MCP Server do?: Vscode MCP Server documents 8 tools to the agent, including execute_command, get_diagnostics, get_references. The descriptions above come from project documentation. A live handshake does not test individual tool behavior.