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copilot-cli-mcp-config

Configure GitHub Copilot CLI MCP servers in mcp-config.json.

5|Updated Dec 9, 2025
Search Tags:#MCP servers#server configuration#Copilot CLI#VS Code migration#mcp-config.json#config path
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npx skills add https://github.com/arisng/github-copilot-fc --skill copilot-cli-mcp-config
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Skill: copilot-cli-mcp-config
Source: https://github.com/arisng/github-copilot-fc/tree/main/skills/copilot-cli-mcp-config
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/arisng/github-copilot-fc --skill copilot-cli-mcp-config

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a streamlined way to configure and manage GitHub Copilot CLI MCP servers via a centralized mcp-config.json, reducing setup complexity and drift between environments.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Centralized MCP configuration: Store server definitions under the default path ~/.copilot/mcp-config.json or a configurable XDG path.
  • Flexible server types: Define local, stdio, http, or sse MCP servers with straightforward syntax.
  • Migration-friendly: Bridge configurations from VS Code mcp.json to Copilot CLI mcp-config.json and keep environments consistent.

Quick Start

Create and edit the MCP configuration in ~/.copilot/mcp-config.json or your chosen path, then use the Copilot CLI to manage MCP servers with commands like copilot /mcp add, copilot /mcp show, and copilot /mcp remove.

Frequently Asked Questions about copilot-cli-mcp-config

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I configure MCP servers for GitHub Copilot CLI?▼

Configure GitHub Copilot CLI MCP servers by defining server types like local, stdio, http, and sse in an mcp-config.json file. Store this file under the default ~/.copilot directory or a configurable XDG path to manage your servers centrally.

What is the required structure for a Copilot CLI mcp-config.json file?▼

The mcp-config.json file requires a root mcpServers key and per-server type and tools definitions. Local and stdio servers require command and args keys, while http and sse servers require a url key, with support for environment variable expansion.

Can I migrate my VS Code MCP server configuration to Copilot CLI?▼

Yes, you can migrate VS Code mcp.json configurations to Copilot CLI. The process bridges configurations from VS Code to the Copilot CLI mcp-config.json format to keep your local development and team repository environments consistent.

What is the default config path for Copilot CLI MCP servers?▼

The default config path for Copilot CLI MCP servers is ~/.copilot/mcp-config.json. You can also use a configurable XDG path to store your MCP server definitions for local development and team repositories.

Which MCP server transport types does Copilot CLI support?▼

Copilot CLI supports local, stdio, http, and sse MCP server types. Each type requires specific keys in the mcp-config.json file, such as command and args for stdio, or url for http and sse connections.

How do I manage Copilot CLI MCP servers after creating the config?▼

Manage Copilot CLI MCP servers using commands like copilot /mcp add, copilot /mcp show, and copilot /mcp remove. These commands interact with your mcp-config.json to streamline server management and reduce environment drift.

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