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Learn how to use the shadcn MCP (Model Context Protocol) server with shadercn.

MCP is an open protocol that standardizes how applications provide context to LLMs. The shadcn CLI can register an MCP server so your editor can discover registry components — including items you install from shadercn via the same CLI.

Configure MCP

Run:

$ pnpm dlx shadcn@latest mcp init

Choose your MCP client when prompted, then enable the MCP server in that client to finish setup.

Usage

With MCP enabled, you can ask your IDE to work with shadercn registry components. Example prompts:

  • Add a background shader effect to my hero section.
  • Create an animated orb with custom colors and speed.
  • Build a shader-powered landing page with multiple layered effects.
  • Apply a GPU-accelerated gradient animation to my component.
  • Compose shader effects with custom props for a unique visual style.

Install components from this registry with npx shadcn@latest add and the JSON URL from each docs page. Components work with sensible defaults.