working-with-mcp

Detect MCPProxy tool availability and advise reconnection via /mcp.

10|4|Updated Nov 12, 2025

Search Tags:#debugging #CLI #diagnostics #mcpproxy #MCPProxy #tools-discovery

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Skill: working-with-mcp
Source: https://github.com/technicalpickles/pickled-claude-plugins/tree/main/plugins/mcpproxy/skills/working-with-mcp
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/technicalpickles/pickled-claude-plugins --skill working-with-mcp

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This skill helps you manage MCPProxy connections and discover available MCP tools, guiding reconnection when needed and clarifying when to use MCP tools vs HTTP API.

Core Features & Use Cases

Detect MCPProxy connection and available mcp__MCPProxy__* tools
Use tools to query or call actions
Suggest reconnection with /mcp reconnect when tools are missing

Quick Start

Try discovering MCP tools with mcp__MCPProxy__retrieve_tools, then call a specific tool with mcp__MCPProxy__call_tool.

Frequently Asked Questions about working-with-mcp

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

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How do I discover what MCP tools are available through MCPProxy?▼

MCPProxy tools are discovered using `mcp__MCPProxy__retrieve_tools`, which queries available MCP tools. This command detects what `mcp__MCPProxy__*` tools exist in your current connection, revealing the full set of tools you can call.

What should I do if MCPProxy tools are missing or unavailable?▼

If `mcp__MCPProxy__*` tools are not detected, reconnect MCPProxy using `/mcp reconnect`. This re-establishes the connection and makes the tool set available for subsequent queries and tool calls.

How do I call a specific MCP tool after discovering it?▼

Use `mcp__MCPProxy__call_tool` to invoke a specific tool by name after retrieving the tool list. This executes the tool action and returns results directly from MCPProxy.

When should I use MCP tools versus HTTP APIs?▼

Use MCP tools when MCPProxy is connected and `mcp__MCPProxy__*` tools are available for your task. Fall back to HTTP APIs when MCPProxy tools are unavailable or when your workflow requires direct API calls instead of tool abstraction.

Can I use MCPProxy for debugging and diagnostics?▼

Yes, MCPProxy supports debugging and diagnostics workflows. The skill detects tool availability and connection status, helping you troubleshoot missing tools, verify MCPProxy connectivity, and diagnose tool-discovery issues through CLI commands.