block_vscode_mcp
by blockVSCode Model Context Protocol Server
Overview
The VSCode Model Context Protocol (MCP) Server is a monorepo containing both the MCP Server and its companion VSCode Extension. This project enables AI agents and assistants, such as Goose or Claude, to interact with VSCode through the Model Context Protocol.
Project Structure
vscode-mcp/
├── server/ # MCP server implementation
└── extension/ # VS Code extension
Quick Start
-
Install the MCP Server
shell npx vscode-mcp-server install -
Install the MCP Extension
Configuration
Goose Desktop Setup
- ID:
code-mcp - Name:
VS Code - Description:
Allows interaction with VS Code through the Model Context Protocol - Command:
npx vscode-mcp-server
Claude Desktop Setup
Add this to your Claude Desktop config file (~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json):
{
"mcpServers": {
"vscode-mcp-server": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["vscode-mcp-server"],
"env": {}
}
}
}
Available Tools
The Code MCP server provides the following tools for AI agents to interact with VS Code:
create_diff
Creates and shows a diff for modifying existing files:
- Shows changes preview before applying
- Requires user approval
- Only works with existing files
open_file
Opens files in the VS Code editor:
- Used for viewing new or modified files
open_project
Opens a project folder in VS Code:
- Sets up working directory for AI agent
check_extension_status
Checks if extension is installed and responding
get_extension_port
Gets the port number for VS Code MCP Extension
list_available_projects
Shows projects from port registry file
License
This project is licensed under the Apache License 2.0 - see the LICENSE file for details.
Copyright 2025 Block, Inc.
This product includes software developed at Block, Inc.
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