Connecting AI Tools

The setup wizard automatically detects and configures compatible tools.

Automatic Configuration

1. Detection: The wizard identifies installed AI tools.
2. Selection: Choose the apps you want to protect.
3. Setup: Edison Watch automatically adds the required MCP server URL to each app.

Manual Configuration

If you need to add Edison Watch manually (e.g., after a fresh install), use your unique MCP URL.

1. Copy Your MCP URL

1. Click the Edison Watch menu bar icon.
2. Select Copy MCP URL to clipboard.

2. Configure Your Tool

Cursor

Open settings and add this to your MCP configuration:

• Location: mcp.json in your Cursor user data folder.

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "edison-watch": {
      "url": "YOUR_MCP_URL_HERE"
    }
  }
}

VS Code

Add this to your mcp.json:

{
  "servers": {
    "edison-watch": {
      "type": "http",
      "url": "YOUR_MCP_URL_HERE"
    }
  }
}

Claude Code

Add this to ~/.claude/settings.json:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "edison-watch": {
      "type": "http",
      "url": "YOUR_MCP_URL_HERE"
    }
  }
}

Verify Connection

1. Restart your AI tool.
2. Check the Edison Watch menu—it should show Connected.
3. Use a tool in your AI assistant; activity will appear in your Dashboard.

Next Steps