Zed GitHub
A GitHub MCP Server extension for Zed
What is Zed GitHub?
Zed GitHub is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that allows AI assistants like Claude, Cursor, and VS Code to github mcp server extension for zed
A GitHub MCP Server extension for Zed
This server falls under the Version Control category on MCPgee, the world's largest MCP server directory with 33,000+ servers.
Features
- A GitHub MCP Server extension for Zed
Use Cases
Maintainer
Works with
Installation
Manual Installation
npx zed-mcp-server-githubConfiguration
Configuration Details
claude_desktop_config.json
Performance
Response Metrics
Resource Usage
How to Set Up and Use Zed GitHub
The Zed GitHub MCP Server is a Zed editor extension that integrates the GitHub MCP Server as a context server in Zed's Agent Panel, allowing you to interact with GitHub repositories directly from within the editor. It lets you browse repositories, review pull requests, and perform other GitHub operations using natural language through Zed's AI capabilities, without switching to a browser or separate tool. The extension is built in Rust and uses a GitHub Personal Access Token to authenticate API requests.
Prerequisites
- Zed editor version that supports MCP context servers (with Agent Panel)
- A GitHub account with a Personal Access Token (PAT) having 'repo' scope
- Generate your PAT at https://github.com/settings/tokens/new?scopes=repo
Generate a GitHub Personal Access Token
Go to https://github.com/settings/tokens/new and create a new classic token with the 'repo' scope checked. Copy the token value immediately as it will not be shown again.
Install the extension from Zed's extension marketplace
Open Zed, open the command palette (Cmd+Shift+P on macOS), search for 'Extensions', and then search for 'GitHub MCP Server'. Click Install.
Add your GitHub token to Zed settings
Open Zed settings (Cmd+, on macOS) and add the context_servers configuration block with your GitHub PAT. This tells the extension how to authenticate with GitHub.
{
"context_servers": {
"mcp-server-github": {
"settings": {
"github_personal_access_token": "ghp_YOUR_TOKEN_HERE"
}
}
}
}Restart Zed to activate the extension
Close and reopen Zed so the extension and context server configuration are fully loaded. The GitHub MCP Server will appear as an active context server in the Agent Panel.
Use the Agent Panel to query GitHub
Open Zed's Agent Panel and start asking questions about your GitHub repositories, PRs, or issues. The context server will handle API calls to GitHub on your behalf.
Zed GitHub Examples
Client configuration
Add this to your Zed settings.json file to configure the GitHub MCP Server context server.
{
"context_servers": {
"mcp-server-github": {
"settings": {
"github_personal_access_token": "ghp_YOUR_GITHUB_PERSONAL_ACCESS_TOKEN"
}
}
}
}Prompts to try
Example queries to use in Zed's Agent Panel after the extension is installed.
- "List the open pull requests in my current repository."
- "Show me the details of PR #42 including comments."
- "What issues are assigned to me in this repo?"
- "Summarize the changes in the last 5 commits on the main branch."
- "Find all open issues labeled 'bug' in this repository."Troubleshooting Zed GitHub
Extension appears installed but GitHub data doesn't load in Agent Panel
Verify the 'github_personal_access_token' value in Zed settings is correct and that the token has 'repo' scope. Tokens with only public_repo scope won't work for private repositories.
Token authentication error when querying GitHub
Classic PATs can expire. Check your token expiry at https://github.com/settings/tokens and regenerate if needed, then update the value in Zed settings.
Context server not listed in Zed's Agent Panel
Make sure your Zed version supports MCP context servers (check release notes). If the Agent Panel is not visible, ensure you have enabled AI features in Zed settings.
Frequently Asked Questions about Zed GitHub
What is Zed GitHub?
Zed GitHub is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that github mcp server extension for zed It connects AI assistants to external tools and data sources through a standardized interface.
How do I install Zed GitHub?
Follow the installation instructions on the Zed GitHub GitHub repository. Clone the repo, install dependencies, and add the server config to your AI client.
Which AI clients work with Zed GitHub?
Zed GitHub works with all major MCP-compatible AI clients including Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code (GitHub Copilot), Windsurf, and Cline.
Is Zed GitHub free to use?
Yes, Zed GitHub is open source and available under the MIT license. You can use it freely in both personal and commercial projects.
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