- Open VS Code.
- Launch Copilot in VS Code.
- Click the Select Tool button.
- Open MCP Now settings.
- Click Start to activate MCP Now.
The status will change to Running when MCP Now is successfully started.

Learn how to connect Visual Studio Code as an MCP host in MCP Now. This guide walks you through launching Copilot, selecting tools, and activating your MCP server setup.
The status will change to Running when MCP Now is successfully started.
