MCP to Skill Converter
Convert any MCP server into a Claude Skill with 90% context savings
What is MCP to Skill Converter?
MCP to Skill Converter is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that allows AI assistants like Claude, Cursor, and VS Code to convert any mcp server into a claude skill with 90% context savings
Convert any MCP server into a Claude Skill with 90% context savings
This server falls under the Developer Tools category on MCPgee, the world's largest MCP server directory with 33,000+ servers.
Features
- Convert any MCP server into a Claude Skill with 90% context
Use Cases
Maintainer
Works with
Installation
Manual Installation
npx mcp-to-skill-converterConfiguration
Configuration Details
claude_desktop_config.json
Performance
Response Metrics
Resource Usage
How to Set Up and Use MCP to Skill Converter
The MCP to Skill Converter transforms any standard MCP server into a Claude Skill using a progressive disclosure pattern that dramatically reduces context token usage. Instead of loading all tool definitions at conversation start, it loads only lightweight metadata (~100 tokens) initially and fetches full instructions on demand (~5k tokens), with tool execution consuming zero additional context. This approach delivers approximately 90% context savings compared to native MCP, making it ideal for workflows with many tools or tight context window constraints.
Prerequisites
- Python 3.8 or newer installed
- The MCP Python package: pip install mcp
- An existing MCP server you want to convert (e.g., GitHub, Slack, filesystem, PostgreSQL)
- Claude Desktop or another MCP-compatible client that supports Claude Skills
Install the mcp Python package
The converter depends on the mcp package. Install it using pip before running the converter script.
pip install mcpClone the repository
Download the converter tool from GitHub to access the mcp_to_skill.py script.
git clone https://github.com/GBSOSS/-mcp-to-skill-converter.git
cd -mcp-to-skill-converterCreate a config file for your MCP server
Write a JSON config file describing the MCP server you want to convert. Include the server name, the command to run it, arguments, and any required environment variables such as API tokens.
{
"name": "github",
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "@modelcontextprotocol/server-github"],
"env": {
"GITHUB_TOKEN": "your-github-token-here"
}
}Run the converter
Execute the converter script, passing the config file and specifying an output directory for the generated Claude Skill files.
python mcp_to_skill.py --mcp-config github-config.json --output-dir ./skills/githubLoad the generated skill in Claude
Point your Claude Desktop or MCP client to the output directory containing the generated skill. The skill will load only metadata initially and fetch full definitions when needed during a conversation.
MCP to Skill Converter Examples
Client configuration
Configure the MCP to Skill Converter server in Claude Desktop.
{
"mcpServers": {
"mcp-to-skill-converter": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["mcp-to-skill-converter"]
}
}
}Prompts to try
Use cases and interactions after converting an MCP server to a skill.
- "Convert my GitHub MCP server config into a Claude skill"
- "Show me how much context I'm saving by using the converted skill"
- "List the tools available in my converted Slack skill"
- "Use the filesystem skill to read my project's package.json"Troubleshooting MCP to Skill Converter
mcp package import error when running the converter
Install the mcp package with pip install mcp and ensure you are using Python 3.8 or later. Check your Python version with python --version.
The converted skill does not respond or tools fail to execute
Verify that the command in your config file is executable and the referenced MCP server works independently. Test the original MCP server in your client before converting it.
Environment variables in the config are not being passed
Ensure the env object in your JSON config uses the correct variable names expected by the target MCP server. Some servers may require specific variable names — check the original server's documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions about MCP to Skill Converter
What is MCP to Skill Converter?
MCP to Skill Converter is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that convert any mcp server into a claude skill with 90% context savings It connects AI assistants to external tools and data sources through a standardized interface.
How do I install MCP to Skill Converter?
Follow the installation instructions on the MCP to Skill Converter GitHub repository. Clone the repo, install dependencies, and add the server config to your AI client.
Which AI clients work with MCP to Skill Converter?
MCP to Skill Converter works with all major MCP-compatible AI clients including Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code (GitHub Copilot), Windsurf, and Cline.
Is MCP to Skill Converter free to use?
Yes, MCP to Skill Converter is open source and available under the MIT license. You can use it freely in both personal and commercial projects.
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