Raycast AI ​

Raycast is a macOS productivity launcher that replaces Spotlight. Press a hotkey, type a command, and things happen — open apps, manage windows, search files. Raycast AI adds a chat interface and AI commands directly into this launcher. MCP tools integrate here, meaning you can query databases, check server status, or call any MCP tool without leaving your current app.

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Raycast AI
macOS · raycast.com
TRANSPORT
Streamable HTTP ✓
PLATFORM
macOS only
MCP VIA
AI Extensions

MCP Tools at the Speed of a Keyboard Shortcut ​

Raycast's value is instant access. ⌘+Space opens the launcher from anywhere. Type your question, and Raycast AI answers with MCP tool data — server metrics, database lookups, deployment status — without opening a browser, terminal, or dedicated AI app.

AI commands let you create shortcuts for specific MCP-powered queries: "deploy status" → calls your deployment MCP tool and returns the answer in the launcher overlay. It takes seconds.

Features:

  • Launcher integration — invoke MCP tools from the Raycast command bar
  • AI commands — custom shortcuts for specific MCP tool queries
  • Instant access — ⌘+Space from any app, no context switching
  • Extensions — community extensions expand Raycast capabilities
  • Snippets — save and reuse MCP tool outputs
  • Quicklinks — parameterized URLs for repeated queries
  • Clipboard history — access previous MCP tool results from clipboard

macOS Setup ​

1. Create a Token ​

In Vinkius Cloud, go to your server → Connection Tokens → Create. Copy the URL.

2. Configure AI Extension ​

In Raycast → Settings → AI → MCP Servers → Add. Paste your URL.

3. Use from Anywhere ​

Press ⌘+Space, ask a question that needs MCP data. The answer appears in the launcher overlay.

FAQ ​

Can I create custom commands for specific MCP tools? Yes. AI commands let you create keyboard-accessible shortcuts for specific MCP tool queries.

Does Raycast work on Windows? No. Raycast is macOS-only. For Windows, consider other launchers with AI integration.

Does Raycast AI require a subscription? Raycast is free. Raycast Pro unlocks AI features including MCP tool access.

Can I share AI commands with my team? Yes. Export AI commands and share them through Raycast's team features.