Getting Started 🚀

Welcome to MCP for WP! This guide will walk you through the essential first steps to get the plugin up and running. Let's get started!

📦 Step 1: Installation

First things first, let's get the plugin installed and activated on your WordPress site.

1. Download or Clone the Plugin: You can either download the plugin as a ZIP file from the repository or clone it using Git.

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   git clone https://github.com/artificialpoets/mcp-wp-docs.git
   

2. Upload to WordPress: Copy the wp-mcp/ folder into your wp-content/plugins/ directory.

3. Activate the Plugin: From your WordPress admin dashboard, navigate to the Plugins page and click Activate next to "MCP for WP".

   

⚙️ Step 2: Initial Configuration

Now that the plugin is active, let's configure it with your AI provider.

1. Navigate to Settings: Go to MCP for WP > Settings in your WordPress admin menu.

2. Enter API Key: Enter your API key from your chosen AI provider (e.g., OpenAI).

3. Save Changes: Click the "Save Changes" button to store your configuration.

📊 Initial Setup Process

Here's a visual overview of the complete setup process:

Getting Started Flow

🛠️ Step 3: Define Your First AI Tool

With the initial setup complete, it's time to create your first AI tool!

1. Add a New Tool: Go to MCP for WP > Add New.

2. Fill in the Details: Provide a name, description, select the provider and method, and define the JSON schemas for your tool.

3. Save the Tool: Once you've filled everything in, click "Save". Your new tool will now appear in the dashboard list.

🧪 Step 4: Test Your Tool

Let's make sure your new tool works as expected.

• Execute the Tool: Use the provided REST API endpoint or the shortcode to run your tool.
• Check the Logs: View the execution details and any potential errors in MCP for WP > Logs.

🚀 Next Steps

Congratulations on setting up your first tool! Here are a few suggestions for what to explore next:

• Dive into the Admin UI Guide for a complete tour of all plugin screens.
• Learn about advanced configurations in the Tool Management guide.

🤔 Troubleshooting

Running into issues? Here are a few common solutions:

• Menu Not Visible?: Try clearing your browser cache and ensure your user role has the necessary permissions.
• API Errors?: Double-check that your API key is correct and that your provider's service is operational.
• For more detailed help, check out our full Troubleshooting Guide.