shadcndashboard-mcp
MCP server for Shadcn Dashboard that enables AI to discover, search, and install UI blocks directly into projects without copy-paste.
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shadcndashboard-mcp
Official Model Context Protocol (MCP) server for Shadcn Dashboard.
This MCP server allows AI-powered IDEs and agents to discover, search, and install Shadcn Dashboard UI blocks directly into your projects — no copy-paste required.
Install MCP configuration
npx shadcndashboard-cli install <client>
Supported Clients
- [x] cursor
- [x] windsurf
- [x] claude
- [x] cline
- [x] antigravity
Manual Installation
Add to your IDE's MCP config:
{
"mcpServers": {
"shadcndashboard-mcp": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "shadcndashboard-mcp@latest"]
}
}
}
For more information visit our documentation of How to use MCP Server
Available Tools
The server provides the following tools callable via MCP:
| Tool Name | Description |
|---|---|
listBlocks |
Provides a comprehensive list of all Shadcn Dashboard blocks. |
listComponents |
Provides a comprehensive list of all Shadcn Dashboard components. |
getBlockInstall |
Returns the official installation command for a specific Shadcn Dashboard block. |
searchBlocks |
Search Shadcn Dashboard blocks using keywords or tags. |
listInstalledBlocks |
Lists all blocks that are currently installed in the project and get their files. |
get_audit_checklist |
Returns strict workflow rules and guidelines for agents interacting with this MCP server. |
Note: Some blocks are PRO components, so you will need a valid license key to install and use them.
Available Prompts
The server provides the following prompts callable via MCP:
| Prompt/Command | Description |
|---|---|
search |
Find specific UI block by name. |
create-ui |
Create a new UI layout using existing blocks. |
customization-guidelines |
Defines which parts of installed blocks can be safely modified. |
Example Usage
Once configured, you can ask questions like:
"List all available dashboard blocks"
"Give me the installation command for the sidebar-01 block"
"Create a dashboard layout with a sidebar, a stats grid, and a data table."
"Search for chart blocks"
"Install the analytics-dashboard-01 block into my project"
Agent Instructions (Claude / Cursor / Windsurf)
If you are using Claude Projects, Cursor, or Windsurf, we have prepared a set of instructions you can copy-paste to make your AI use this MCP Server flawlessly. See claude-instructions.md.
Credits
Created by shadcndashboard.
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