How do I install the mcp complex plans mcp server?

Use a recorded configuration for your client, replace example credential values and paths, and verify the documented runtime. Restart or reconnect the client, then inspect the available tools.

What credentials does it need?

It reads `MCP_COMPLEX_PLANS_DEFAULT_EDITOR`, `MCP_COMPLEX_PLANS_AUTO_DELETE_PLANS`, `MCP_COMPLEX_PLANS_PLANS_DIR`, `MCP_COMPLEX_PLANS_DISABLED_TOOLS` from the environment. Store these in your client's env block or a secrets manager — never commit them to a repository — and grant the narrowest scope that still covers your use case.

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MCP Complex Plans MCP Server

An MCP server for advanced AI workflow planning, sequential thinking, and task management

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What is the MCP Complex Plans MCP Server?

An MCP server for advanced AI workflow planning, sequential thinking, and task management

What it actually does

A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server designed to enhance AI workflows with advanced planning and sequential thinking capabilities. This server enables AI agents to create structured plans, manage tasks efficiently, and integrate seamlessly with development environments.

Plan Creation & Management — Create, update, list, and delete structured plans for complex tasks
Sequential Thinking — Integrated tool for dynamic problem-solving and analysis
Configuration — Customizable behavior through configuration files, CLI arguments, and environment variables
Git Integration — Automatic .gitignore management
Editor Integration — Open files in your preferred editor for review

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Maintainer setup documentation.

Recorded tools

Check the linked publisher documentation and your connected client's tool list. Names and availability can vary with the server version and account permissions.

Tool	What it does
createPlan	Create structured plans for complex tasks
updatePlan	Modify existing plans using SEARCH/REPLACE blocks
deletePlan	Remove completed or obsolete plans
listPlans	List all available plans in the current project
openInEditor	Open files in your configured editor for review
sequentialThinking	Dynamic problem-solving and analysis tool

How to install the MCP Complex Plans MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "complex-plans": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "npm"],
      "env": {
        "MCP_COMPLEX_PLANS_DEFAULT_EDITOR": "your-value",
        "MCP_COMPLEX_PLANS_AUTO_DELETE_PLANS": "your-value",
        "MCP_COMPLEX_PLANS_PLANS_DIR": "your-value",
        "MCP_COMPLEX_PLANS_DISABLED_TOOLS": "your-value"
      }
    }
  }
}

Add to claude_desktop_config.json, then restart Claude Desktop.

Configuration

Variable	Description	Required
MCP_COMPLEX_PLANS_DEFAULT_EDITOR	Configuration value read at startup.	Optional
MCP_COMPLEX_PLANS_AUTO_DELETE_PLANS	Configuration value read at startup.	Optional
MCP_COMPLEX_PLANS_PLANS_DIR	Filesystem location the server is allowed to use.	Optional
MCP_COMPLEX_PLANS_DISABLED_TOOLS	Configuration value read at startup.	Optional

Example prompts to try

“Use MCP Complex Plans to createPlan.”
“Use MCP Complex Plans to updatePlan.”
“Use MCP Complex Plans to deletePlan.”

Frequently asked questions

An MCP server for advanced AI workflow planning, sequential thinking, and task management Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.