beginner⏱️ 10-20 minutes📅 Updated June 2026

Step-by-step guide to integrate AniList MCP server with MCP Inspector. Enhanced MCP Inspector functionality with AniList integration.

AniList + MCP Inspector: Complete MCP Integration

AniList is a MCP server that Search anime, manga, characters, staff, and studios with detailed information retrieval and advanced filtering through AniList API integration..

When integrated with MCP Inspector, you can:

  • Access AniList functionality through MCP Inspector

This guide provides step-by-step instructions to set up AniList in MCP Inspector, including configuration, examples, and troubleshooting.

What You'll Achieve

After completing this setup:

  • AniList will be fully integrated and operational
  • You can use AniList tools directly in MCP Inspector
  • All AniList capabilities will be available for your workflows

Prerequisites

Before starting, ensure you have:

  • MCP Inspector installed and configured
  • Compatible operating system (CLI Tool)

Installation

Step 1: Install AniList

Configuration

Step 2: Configure MCP Inspector

  1. Open MCP Inspector settings
  2. Navigate to MCP server configuration
  3. Add AniList server with appropriate settings
  4. Save and restart if needed

Examples

Once configured, you can use AniList in MCP Inspector:

Testing Your Setup

  1. Launch MCP Inspector
  2. Verify AniList is available in the tools list
  3. Test basic AniList functionality

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Connection Failed

Symptoms: Inspector UI shows "Disconnected"

Cause: Server process exited or failed to start.

Solution:

  • Check the terminal where you ran npx ... for error output from your server.
  • Ensure your server prints JSON-RPC messages to stdout.

Tools Not Showing

Symptoms: Tool list is empty

Cause: Server did not send tools/list response or capabilities negotiation failed.

Solution:

  • Check the "Console" or "Logs" tab in the Inspector to see the raw communication.
  • Verify your server code correctly implements the ListToolsRequest handler.

AniList not appearing in MCP Inspector

Symptoms: Server not listed, Tools not available

Cause: Configuration or installation issue

Solution:

  • Verify configuration syntax
  • Check AniList installation
  • Restart MCP Inspector
  • Check logs for error messages

Next Steps

Now that AniList is integrated with MCP Inspector:

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

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AniList + MCP Inspector: MCP Setup Guide (2026)