Credal MCP Servers
What are MCP Servers?
Section titled “What are MCP Servers?”MCP (Model Context Protocol) Servers are standardized integrations that allow your agent to connect with external tools and data sources. They provide a consistent way to extend your agent's capabilities beyond built-in features.
Attaching MCP Servers to Your Agent
Section titled “Attaching MCP Servers to Your Agent”You can attach MCP servers to your agent to give it access to additional tools and functionality. MCP servers can provide:
- Access to external APIs and services
- Custom data retrieval capabilities
- Specialized processing tools
- Integration with third-party platforms
How to Add an MCP Server
Section titled “How to Add an MCP Server”- Navigate to the Add Connectors section in your Agent Configuration
- Select Credal MCP Servers
- Choose from available MCP servers in your organization
- Configure any required settings or permissions
- Save your changes
Once attached, your agent will be able to use the tools and capabilities provided by the MCP server during conversations.
Best Practices
Section titled “Best Practices”- Only attach MCP servers that are relevant to your agent's purpose
- Review the capabilities and permissions of each MCP server before attaching
- Test your agent after adding MCP servers to ensure they work as expected
- Monitor usage to understand how the agent is utilizing MCP server tools
For more information about creating and managing MCP servers, see MCP Servers Overview, Create a new Server, Third-party Server Registration, and Monitoring Usage. If you need help designing the right setup, contact your Credal administrator or reach out to support@credal.ai.