> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.apryse.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.apryse.com/explore-docs-with-ai/connect-to-mcp/set-up-claude-code.md).

# Connect Claude Code to Apryse docs

Bring Apryse SDK documentation into your Claude Code workflows.

This guide explains how to connect Claude Code CLI to a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that exposes published [Apryse docs](https://docs.apryse.com/). After configuring the connection, Claude Code can access your documentation directly and use it to answer questions, retrieve information, and assist with documentation-related tasks.

### Prerequisites

Before you start, make sure to:

* Obtain a paid [Claude Code subscription](https://code.claude.com/docs/en/quickstart#before-you-begin).
* Install Claude Code CLI using these [get-started instructions](https://code.claude.com/docs/en/quickstart#step-1-install-claude-code).
* [Sign in](https://code.claude.com/docs/en/quickstart#step-2-log-in-to-your-account) to your Claude Code account.

{% hint style="info" %}
**Info:** This guide uses the Claude Code terminal CLI. Learn about [other ways](https://code.claude.com/docs/en/overview#use-claude-code-everywhere) to use Claude Code.
{% endhint %}

### 1. Add the MCP server

First, add the MCP server to Claude Code and verify the connection. See the [Claude Code MCP quickstart](https://code.claude.com/docs/en/mcp-quickstart) for more. 

{% stepper %}
{% step %}
Open your terminal.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}
Add the MCP server:

{% tabs %}
{% tab title="Shell" %}
{% code overflow="wrap" %}

```shellscript
claude mcp add apryse-docs --scope user --transport http https://docs.apryse.com/~gitbook/mcp
```

{% endcode %}
{% endtab %}
{% endtabs %}

{% hint style="info" %}
Claude Code may ask you to approve MCP requests or commands. Review each request before allowing it. Some clients can save your approval preference for future requests.
{% endhint %}

* `apryse-docs` is the local name that Claude Code uses to identify the server.
* You can replace `apryse-docs` as you prefer. It doesn't need to match the site name.
* This server supports HTTP only. Don't use `stdio` or `sse`. Configure with `--transport http`.
  {% endstep %}

{% step %}
Launch Claude Code:

{% tabs %}
{% tab title="Shell" %}
{% code overflow="wrap" %}

```shellscript
claude
```

{% endcode %}
{% endtab %}
{% endtabs %}

If prompted, sign in and complete browser authentication. Subsequent launches typically open directly in your terminal.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}
Verify that the server was added successfully:

{% tabs %}
{% tab title="Shell" %}
{% code overflow="wrap" %}

```shellscript
claude mcp list
```

{% endcode %}
{% endtab %}
{% endtabs %}

Successful output:

{% tabs %}
{% tab title="Shell" %}
{% code overflow="wrap" %}

```shellscript
Checking MCP server health...

apryse-docs: https://docs.apryse.com/~gitbook/mcp (HTTP) - ✔ Connected

apryse-docs is connected and healthy.
```

{% endcode %}
{% endtab %}
{% endtabs %}
{% endstep %}
{% endstepper %}

### 2. Try a sample prompt

Ask Claude Code questions about the documentation content the MCP server exposes.

{% prompt description="Build an implementation" icon="claude" defaultExpanded="partial" %}

```markdown
How do I edit Microsoft Word documents in a web application using the Apryse DOCX Editor?
```

{% endprompt %}

{% prompt description="Update an implementation" icon="claude" defaultExpanded="partial" %}

```markdown
How do I add document annotations to my existing WebViewer integration?
```

{% endprompt %}

{% prompt description="Build an implementation" icon="claude" defaultExpanded="partial" %}

```markdown
How do I convert Microsoft Office documents to PDF using the Apryse Server SDK?
```

{% endprompt %}

### 3. Remove the MCP server

These steps are optional and remove the Apryse documentation MCP server.

{% stepper %}
{% step %}
Remove the configured MCP server:

{% tabs %}
{% tab title="Shell" %}
{% code overflow="wrap" %}

```shellscript
claude mcp remove apryse-docs
```

{% endcode %}
{% endtab %}
{% endtabs %}
{% endstep %}

{% step %}
Check that the MCP server is no longer configured:

{% tabs %}
{% tab title="Shell" %}
{% code overflow="wrap" %}

```shellscript
claude mcp list
```

{% endcode %}
{% endtab %}
{% endtabs %}
{% endstep %}
{% endstepper %}

### Troubleshooting

<details>

<summary>Claude Code cannot find or connect to the MCP server.</summary>

* Verify that the MCP server URL is correct.
* Run the `claude mcp add` command again.
* Confirm that the MCP server supports HTTP transport.
* Don't use `stdio` or `sse` transport types.
* Complete any required authentication when prompted.

</details>

<details>

<summary>Claude Code cannot access documentation content.</summary>

* Confirm that the documentation has been published.
* Verify that the MCP server has access to the documentation content.
* Verify that your account has permission to access the documentation.

</details>

<details>

<summary>Claude Code doesn't return the expected results.</summary>

* Verify that the content exists in the published documentation.
* Try a more specific prompt.
* Ask Claude Code to search for a specific topic or page.
* Confirm that the content is available through the MCP server.

</details>

<details>

<summary>Claude Code prompts for approval repeatedly.</summary>

* Review and approve the requested action.
* If available, choose the option to remember your approval preferences.
* Verify that your approval settings haven't been reset.
* Restart Claude Code and try again.

</details>

### Next steps

Explore setup guides for other supported AI coding assistants:

* [Set up Codex](/explore-docs-with-ai/connect-to-mcp/set-up-codex.md)
* [Set up Cursor](/explore-docs-with-ai/connect-to-mcp/set-up-codex.md)
* [Set up GitHub Copilot](/explore-docs-with-ai/connect-to-mcp/set-up-github-copilot.md)


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