Model Context Protocol CLI FAQs

Question 1

How do I use the interactive mode?

Accepted Answer

After starting the client with `uv run mcp-cli --server <server>`, type `chat` to enter interactive chat mode.  Use `help` for a list of available commands.

Question 2

Do I need an OpenAI API key to use the OpenAI provider?

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Yes, you need to set the `OPENAI_API_KEY` environment variable with your API key.

Question 3

What is the Model Context Protocol CLI?

Accepted Answer

It's a command-line tool for interacting with Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers, allowing you to send commands, query data, and manage resources.

Question 4

Can I use a configuration file?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can specify a configuration file using the `--config-file` argument. This allows you to manage multiple server configurations easily.

Question 5

What providers are supported?

Accepted Answer

The CLI currently supports OpenAI and Ollama providers, with default models 'gpt-4o-mini' (OpenAI) and 'qwen2.5-coder' (Ollama). You can specify different models as needed.

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