AI Tasks + Raycast MCP Extension: Complete MCP Integration

AI Tasks is a MCP server that Let the AI manage complex plans with integrated task management and tracking tools. Supports STDIO, SSE and Streamable HTTP transports..

When integrated with Raycast MCP Extension, you can:

• Create a new project plan with tasks
• Add a task to an existing plan
• Update task completion status

This guide provides step-by-step instructions to set up AI Tasks in Raycast MCP Extension, including configuration, examples, and troubleshooting.

What You'll Achieve

After completing this setup:

• AI Tasks will be fully integrated and operational
• You can use AI Tasks tools directly in Raycast MCP Extension
• All AI Tasks capabilities will be available for your workflows
• Access to 4 different tools

Prerequisites

Before starting, ensure you have:

• Raycast MCP Extension installed and configured
• Compatible operating system (macOS)

Installation

Step 1: Install AI Tasks

Configuration

Step 2: Configure Raycast MCP Extension

1. Open Raycast MCP Extension settings
2. Navigate to MCP server configuration
3. Add AI Tasks server with appropriate settings
4. Save and restart if needed

Examples

Once configured, you can use AI Tasks in Raycast MCP Extension:

Project Management

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Ask Raycast MCP Extension: "Create a plan for mobile app development with tasks"

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Task Tracking

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Ask Raycast MCP Extension: "Show all in-progress tasks and assign priorities"

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Sprint Planning

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Ask Raycast MCP Extension: "Create 2-week sprint with 20 story points"

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Testing Your Setup

1. Launch Raycast MCP Extension
2. Verify AI Tasks is available in the tools list
3. Test basic AI Tasks functionality

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Tools Not Available

Symptoms: AI does not use tools, Server error

Cause: Node.js or Python not found in Raycast PATH.

Solution:

• Raycast inherits a specific environment. Ensure node and npx are accessible.
• Use absolute paths to binaries in your config if necessary.
• Restart Raycast completely (Quit and Re-open).

AI Tasks not appearing in Raycast MCP Extension

Symptoms: Server not listed, Tools not available

Cause: Configuration or installation issue

Solution:

• Verify configuration syntax
• Check AI Tasks installation
• Restart Raycast MCP Extension
• Check logs for error messages

Next Steps

Now that AI Tasks is integrated with Raycast MCP Extension:

• Explore all AI Tasks capabilities through Raycast MCP Extension
• Check out other MCP servers that work with Raycast MCP Extension
• Join the MCP community for tips and support
• Consider contributing to AI Tasks development

Need Help?

• Search for AI Tasks documentation
• Check the Raycast MCP Extension MCP guide
• Join the MCP community discussions