Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What is the Todoist MCP Server Extended? A: The Todoist MCP Server Extended is an implementation of the Model Context Protocol (MCP) that integrates Claude (or other MCP-compatible LLMs) with Todoist, enabling natural language task management.

Q: What is MCP? A: MCP (Model Context Protocol) is an open protocol that standardizes how applications provide context to LLMs, allowing them to interact with external data sources and tools.

Q: What are the key features of the Todoist MCP Server Extended? A: Key features include natural language task management, label management, project management, section organization, smart search, flexible filtering, rich task detail support, and batch operations.

Q: How do I install the Todoist MCP Server Extended? A: You can install it via Smithery or npm. Detailed instructions are provided in the documentation.

Q: What is a Todoist API token, and how do I get one? A: A Todoist API token allows the server to access your Todoist account. You can find it in your Todoist account settings under Integrations.

Q: How do I set up the server with Claude Desktop Client? A: You need to add a JSON snippet to your claude_desktop_config.json file, including your Todoist API token. Detailed instructions are provided in the documentation.

Q: What are some example usages of the server with Claude? A: You can ask Claude to create tasks, list tasks for the day, add labels to tasks, show tasks with specific labels, move tasks to different sections, and more using natural language.

Q: Can I use this server with other LLMs besides Claude? A: Yes, it is compatible with any MCP-compatible LLM.

Q: Where can I find a complete list of available tools and their usage? A: See tools.md in the server’s documentation.

Q: Is this project open source? A: Yes, it is licensed under the MIT License.

Q: Where can I report issues or get support? A: Please file an issue on the GitHub repository.

Q: How does this integrate with UBOS? A: Integrating with UBOS allows you to create AI Agents that can automatically manage your tasks and projects, freeing you up to focus on more strategic initiatives. UBOS provides a full-stack platform for building and deploying AI Agents.