Use Smithery MCP Server with Claude.ai

Smithery is a MCP server that Gateway to 5000+ ready-made MCP servers with one-click deployment..

When integrated with Claude.ai, you can:

• Access Smithery functionality through Claude.ai

This guide provides step-by-step instructions to set up Smithery in Claude.ai, including configuration, examples, and troubleshooting.

What You'll Achieve

After completing this setup:

• Smithery will be fully integrated and operational
• You can use Smithery tools directly in Claude.ai
• All Smithery capabilities will be available for your workflows

Prerequisites

Before starting, ensure you have:

• Claude.ai installed and configured
• Compatible operating system (Web Browser)

Installation

Step 1: Install Smithery

Configuration

Step 2: Configure Claude.ai

1. Open Claude.ai settings
2. Navigate to MCP server configuration
3. Add Smithery server with appropriate settings
4. Save and restart if needed

Examples

Once configured, you can use Smithery in Claude.ai:

Testing Your Setup

1. Start a new conversation in Claude.ai
2. Ask Claude.ai to list available tools
3. Try using Smithery functionality

Test prompts:

• "What tools are available to me right now?"
• "Can you use Smithery to help me with {example_task}?"
• "Show me the capabilities from my connected MCP servers"

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Cannot Find MCP Settings

Symptoms: No MCP option in settings, Integration menu missing

Cause: Feature may not be available in current web interface version

Solution:

• Check if your account has access to MCP features
• Try accessing from different browser or clearing cache
• Contact Anthropic support for account feature access

Server Connection Failed

Symptoms: Connection timeout, Server unreachable errors

Cause: Network connectivity or server configuration issues

Solution:

• Verify server URL is correct and accessible
• Check if server requires authentication
• Ensure server supports web client connections
• Test server connectivity from other clients

Tools Not Appearing

Symptoms: Server connected but no tools available, Empty tools list

Cause: Server connected but not properly exposing tools

Solution:

• Verify server is properly configured and running
• Check server logs for tool registration issues
• Refresh connection or reconnect to server
• Ensure server implements MCP protocol correctly

Smithery not appearing in Claude.ai

Symptoms: Server not listed, Tools not available

Cause: Configuration or installation issue

Solution:

• Verify configuration syntax
• Check Smithery installation
• Restart Claude.ai
• Check logs for error messages

Next Steps

Now that Smithery is integrated with Claude.ai:

• Explore all Smithery capabilities through Claude.ai
• Check out other MCP servers that work with Claude.ai
• Join the MCP community for tips and support
• Consider contributing to Smithery development

Need Help?

• Search for Smithery documentation
• Check the Claude.ai MCP guide
• Join the MCP community discussions