This article details troubleshooting steps for users experiencing issues with their MCP (Multi-Cloud Platform) server configurations not being recognized by Claude Code. It clarifies that the 'Added' status from `claude mcp add` only confirms the configuration was written, not that a connection was established. The guide explains the different scopes (local, project, user) for MCP servers and how they affect visibility, noting that local-scoped servers are stored in `~/.claude.json`. It also addresses the 'Pending approval' status for servers configured via `.mcp.json`, which requires interactive approval within the Claude application, especially in cloned repositories where trust settings can prevent automatic approval. AI
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