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VS Code doesn't natively support MCP — you need an extension.

Pick an MCP extension
Two common ones:
MCP Tools
- Search "MCP" in the marketplace
- Standard MCP server management
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- Long-standing AI code assistant
- Newer versions support MCP servers
Setup (MCP Tools example)
1 · Install the extension
VS Code Marketplace → search MCP Tools → Install.
2 · Get token
npx slima-mcp@0 auth
3 · Add the server
Extension settings (⌘, → search mcp):
"mcp.servers": {
"slima": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "slima-mcp@0"]
}
}
4 · Reload window
⌘⇧P → Developer: Reload Window
5 · Verify
Open the extension's chat:
@slima list my books
Limits
Using MCP through an extension adds one layer vs native tools (Claude Desktop / Cursor) — issues, check the extension's docs first.
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