MCP is an open protocol that standardizes how applications provide context to LLMs. Think of MCP like a USB-C port for AI applications. Just as USB-C provides a standardized way to connect your devices to various peripherals and accessories, MCP provides a standardized way to connect AI models to different data sources and tools.

MCP Documentation

Learn more about the protocol, how to build servers and clients, and discover those made by others.

MCP in Claude Desktop

Learn how to set up MCP in Claude for Desktop, such as letting Claude read and write files to your computer’s file system.