How to install and use MCP servers?
Written by punkpeye on .
First, go to the server directory and find a server that you want to use.
We recommend using tested servers (servers that have a "Quality A" badge).
In this tutorial, we are going to install context7 – a popular MCP server for retrieving documentation.
Next, click the Install Server button to add it to your workspace.
You will then be asked to provide environment variables. You may need to check the server documentation and schema to determine what variables, if any, are required. However, most servers don't require any environment variables, so just click Install.
After you click Install, you may need to wait a few minutes for the server to deploy. Once the server is ready to use, it will show a "Started" state.
Servers might also be in aSuspended state. This just means that the server is waiting for a request to start. Using the MCP server will automatically start it.
Now that the server has started, go to the chat and type @ followed by the MCP server name, followed by your instructions, e.g., @context7 How do I convert between timezones using dayjs?.
After you send the message, you will see Glama use your server to answer your question.
That's it! The server is ready to use.
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If you wish to use MCP programmatically,create an access token and test the server using cURL.
Written by punkpeye (@punkpeye)