Setting Up the Cloud Desktop App for MCP Server Use

Introduction

This guide provides detailed instructions on setting up the Cloud Desktop app to utilize the MCP server effectively. By following these steps, you will learn how to configure the app’s settings to ensure seamless integration with the server.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Open the Cloud Desktop App

Begin by launching the Cloud Desktop application. Once opened, navigate to "Claude > Settings".

Opening the Cloud Desktop app and navigating to Cloud Settings

Access Developer Settings

Within Cloud Settings, select "Developer" and proceed to "Edit Config" to open the JSON configuration file “claude_desktop_config.json”.

Selecting Developer and editing the configuration

Update and Save Settings

Edit the JSON file by setting the required configurations. Once done, save your changes. This step is crucial in preparing the app for connection with the MCP server. The configuration should be:

{

"mcpServers": {

"reflow-macos-mcp": {

"type": "stdio",

"command": "/usr/local/bin/reflow-macos-mcp-server"

}

Editing and saving the JSON configuration

Create and Reopen Cloud Desktop

After saving the settings, create a new Cloud Desktop instance and reopen the application to apply the changes.

Creating and reopening the Cloud Desktop

Verify MCP Server Connection

Upon reopening, the Cloud Desktop app should be ready for use with the MCP server.

Conclusion

By following this guide, you have successfully configured the Cloud Desktop app to work with the MCP server. This setup ensures that you can now enjoy seamless integration and functionality with the server.