DEFINITION

MCP

Model Context Protocol

Definition

A protocol standard that enables AI agents and language models to access external tools, data sources, and services in a standardized way. MCP-compatible tools like Claude Desktop, Claude Code, and OpenClaw can connect to resources and perform actions through a unified interface.

Examples in the Wild

  • Example 1:Claude Desktop accessing Workplane shared folders
  • Example 2:OpenClaw reading and editing files in MCP-compatible workspaces
  • Example 3:Agents querying cross-tool knowledge substrates via MCP