ReactUse
115+ production-ready React Hooks for sensors, UI, state & browser APIs. Tree-shakable, SSR-safe, TypeScript-first. Used by Shopee, PDD & Ctrip. Inspired by VueUse.
What is ReactUse?
ReactUse is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that allows AI assistants like Claude, Cursor, and VS Code to 115+ production-ready react hooks for sensors, ui, state & browser apis. tree-shakable, ssr-safe, typescript-first. used by shopee, pdd & ctrip. inspired by vueuse.
115+ production-ready React Hooks for sensors, UI, state & browser APIs. Tree-shakable, SSR-safe, TypeScript-first. Used by Shopee, PDD & Ctrip. Inspired by VueUse.
This server falls under the Developer Tools category on MCPgee, the world's largest MCP server directory with 33,000+ servers.
Features
- 115+ production-ready React Hooks for sensors, UI, state & b
Use Cases
Maintainer
Works with
Installation
Manual Installation
npx reactuseConfiguration
Configuration Details
claude_desktop_config.json
Performance
Response Metrics
Resource Usage
How to Set Up and Use ReactUse
ReactUse provides 115+ production-ready React Hooks for sensors, UI, state, and browser APIs with tree-shakable, SSR-safe, TypeScript-first implementations. Connect it to Claude to browse and integrate React Hooks into your projects with AI guidance.
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18+ installed
- An MCP client such as Claude Desktop or Cursor
- A React project (React 16.8 or higher)
- TypeScript (optional but recommended)
Install ReactUse Server
Install the server using npx.
npx reactuseRegister with Your MCP Client
Add ReactUse to your claude_desktop_config.json.
{
"mcpServers": {
"reactuse": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["reactuse"]
}
}
}Configure Your React Project
Point the server to your React project directory (optional). This enables direct hook integration if supported.
Restart Your MCP Client
Restart Claude Desktop or your MCP client.
Test Hook Discovery
Ask Claude to search for a specific hook (e.g., 'useAsync', 'useLocalStorage'). Verify that ReactUse provides hook documentation and examples.
ReactUse Examples
Client Configuration Example
Add this to your claude_desktop_config.json mcpServers section.
{
"mcpServers": {
"reactuse": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["reactuse"]
}
}
}Prompts to Try
Use these prompts to find and use React Hooks through Claude.
- Show me React Hooks for handling keyboard events.
- How do I use the useAsync hook in ReactUse?
- Find a hook for managing local storage in React.
- Recommend hooks for building a responsive layout.Troubleshooting ReactUse
Hook search returns no results
Try different search terms or browse hook categories. Ensure your search term matches available hook names. Check the ReactUse documentation online.
Hook integration fails or code examples don't work
Verify your React version is 16.8 or higher. Check that you're using hooks correctly (inside functional components only). Review the hook documentation for usage patterns.
Server does not appear in Claude
Verify the JSON syntax in claude_desktop_config.json. Check that npx can find reactuse. Restart Claude completely.
Frequently Asked Questions about ReactUse
What is ReactUse?
ReactUse is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that 115+ production-ready react hooks for sensors, ui, state & browser apis. tree-shakable, ssr-safe, typescript-first. used by shopee, pdd & ctrip. inspired by vueuse. It connects AI assistants to external tools and data sources through a standardized interface.
How do I install ReactUse?
Follow the installation instructions on the ReactUse GitHub repository. Clone the repo, install dependencies, and add the server config to your AI client.
Which AI clients work with ReactUse?
ReactUse works with all major MCP-compatible AI clients including Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code (GitHub Copilot), Windsurf, and Cline.
Is ReactUse free to use?
Yes, ReactUse is open source and available under the Unlicense license. You can use it freely in both personal and commercial projects.
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