use-mcp
npxVerifiedThe use-mcp MCP server provides a React hook for connecting applications to Model Context Protocol servers. It exposes a simple interface for integrating AI agents with React components. The server connects to any MCP-compatible server, allowing developers to fetch and update context data. Use this for building React applications that interact with AI agents through the Model Context Protocol.
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Overview
The use-mcp MCP server provides a React hook for connecting applications to Model Context Protocol servers. It exposes a simple interface for integrating AI agents with React components. The server connects to any MCP-compatible server, allowing developers to fetch and update context data. Use this for building React applications that interact with AI agents through the Model Context Protocol.
Installation
1Install the package
npx
npx -y use-mcp2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"use-mcp-npm": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"npx -y use-mcp"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from use-mcp?"
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18 or higher
- npm or npx available
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
- API key for use-mcp
Configuration
API Key Required
This server requires an API key from use-mcp. Add it to your environment or config.
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| USE-MCP_API_KEY | Yes | Your use-mcp API key |
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in use-mcp?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in use-mcp"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in use-mcp with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
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