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Overview

What is mcp-register?

mcp-register is a VS Code extension that adds a command to quickly set up MCP (Model Context Protocol) configurations in your global VS Code user settings, making server definitions available across all projects.

How to use mcp-register?

Install the extension, open the Command Palette (Ctrl+Shift+P or Cmd+Shift+P), type and select Sync MCP Settings. The command automatically adds or updates the mcp configuration block in your global settings.

Key features of mcp-register

  • Adds or updates the mcp configuration block in global VS Code settings
  • One‑command setup via the “Sync MCP Settings” command
  • Makes MCP server configurations available across all projects
  • Example configuration includes a GitHub MCP server using Docker
  • Prompts replacement of placeholder tokens (e.g., GITHUB_PERSONAL_ACCESS_TOKEN)

Use cases of mcp-register

  • Quickly integrate an MCP server (like the GitHub MCP server) into VS Code
  • Manage MCP settings centrally without editing settings.json manually
  • Ensure consistent MCP configurations across multiple projects on the same workstation

Frequently asked questions

1

What does mcp-register do?

It provides the “Sync MCP Settings” command which adds or updates the `mcp` configuration block in your global VS Code user settings.

2

How do I use mcp-register?

Install the extension, open the Command Palette, then run the `Sync MCP Settings` command.

3

What configuration is added?

An example configuration for the GitHub MCP server is added, using Docker and requiring a `GITHUB_PERSONAL_ACCESS_TOKEN` environment variable. You must replace the placeholder token.

4

Where is the configuration stored?

In your global VS Code user settings (the file that applies across all projects).

5

Do I need to modify the generated configuration?

Yes—you must replace any placeholder tokens (e.g., `YOUR_TOKEN_HERE`) with your own credentials.

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