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VS Code is a Developer Tools MCP server that lets Claude Code, Cursor, Windsurf and any MCP-compatible AI agent read workspace structure and diagnostics. Install in 1 minute with mcpizy install vscode.

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VS Code

Developer Tools

Last updated May 30, 2026 · By MCPizy team

Read workspace structure and diagnostics

Install VS Code

Via MCPizy CLI (recommended):
mcpizy install vscode
Or run directly:
npx -y vscode-mcp-server

Works with

Claude Code
Claude Desktop
Cursor
Windsurf
VS Code + Copilot
Any MCP Client

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Key Takeaways

  • VS Code exposes an MCP interface for developer tools workflows in Claude Code, Cursor and Windsurf.
  • No authentication required — works out of the box once installed.
  • Install in 1 command: mcpizy install vscode — config written to your client automatically.
  • Free and open source — verified compatible with every MCP client (Claude Code, Claude Desktop, Cursor, Windsurf, VS Code + Copilot).
  • Best use case: automate developer tools workflows from your AI agent without leaving the editor.

Frequently asked questions

What is the VS Code MCP server?

The VS Code MCP server is an Developer Tools Model Context Protocol server that lets Claude Code, Cursor, Windsurf, VS Code with Copilot, and other MCP-compatible AI agents read workspace structure and diagnostics. It exposes VS Code's capabilities as tools the AI can call directly from your editor or CLI.

How do I install VS Code MCP with Claude Code?

The fastest way is the MCPizy CLI: run `mcpizy install vscode` and MCPizy will add the server to your `.claude.json` automatically. You can also install it manually by adding an entry under `mcpServers` in `.claude.json` with the command `npx -y vscode-mcp-server` and restarting Claude Code.

Is VS Code MCP free?

Yes. The VS Code MCP server is free and open source. You may still need a VS Code account or API key to connect the server to the underlying service, but the MCP layer itself has no MCPizy subscription cost.

Does VS Code MCP work with Cursor and Windsurf?

Yes. Any MCP-compatible client works — including Claude Code, Claude Desktop, Cursor (via `.cursor/mcp.json`), Windsurf, VS Code with Copilot Chat, and custom agents built on the MCP SDK. The same install command targets all of them; only the config file path differs.

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What can I do with VS Code MCP?

Once installed, your AI agent can read workspace structure and diagnostics directly inside your conversation. Typical use cases include asking Claude Code or Cursor to run VS Code operations, inspect results, chain VS Code with other MCP servers (see our Workflow Recipes), and automate repetitive developer tools tasks without leaving your editor.