How do I connect Claude to IntelliJ IDEA?

You must have the JetBrains MCP Server plugin installed and enabled in IntelliJ IDEA, then configure the port in your Claude Desktop configuration file.

Does this work with other JetBrains IDEs?

While optimized for IntelliJ IDEA, the underlying MCP integration is designed to work with most JetBrains platform IDEs that support the MCP Server plugin.

What are 'Scopes' in this context?

Scopes are file filtering patterns in IntelliJ. This skill can automatically generate .xml scope definitions and assign file colors to improve project navigation.

Can I run my existing debug configurations?

Yes, this skill allows you to list all available run configurations and execute them by name directly from the Claude interface.

Is it possible to view the IDE terminal output?

Yes, the skill includes tools to execute terminal commands and retrieve the resulting output for Claude to analyze.

IntelliJ IDEA Controller

Name: IntelliJ IDEA Controller
Author: teslasoft-de

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Integrates Claude directly with JetBrains IntelliJ IDEA to manage files, execute run configurations, and control the IDE environment via MCP.

About

This skill connects Claude to your JetBrains development environment using the Model Context Protocol (MCP), allowing for seamless interaction between the AI and your IDE. It enables Claude to perform complex tasks such as reading and editing files, managing Git statuses, launching debug sessions, and organizing project scopes with custom file colors. It is particularly useful for developers who want to stay within their terminal or chat interface while triggering IDE-specific actions, automating project organization, or performing deep codebase analysis across multiple open tabs.

Key Features

Advanced project organization using scopes and custom file color schemes
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Full editor control including file reading, editing, and tab management
Direct terminal access and execution of built-in IDE actions
Comprehensive VCS and Git status integration within the IDE context
Execution and monitoring of IntelliJ run and debug configurations

Use Cases

Automating the setup of project-specific scopes and file colors for better visual organization
Analyzing and editing multiple open files simultaneously during complex refactoring tasks
Running and debugging test suites directly through Claude commands without switching windows

About

Key Features

Advanced project organization using scopes and custom file color schemes
0 GitHub stars
Full editor control including file reading, editing, and tab management
Direct terminal access and execution of built-in IDE actions
Comprehensive VCS and Git status integration within the IDE context
Execution and monitoring of IntelliJ run and debug configurations

Use Cases

Automating the setup of project-specific scopes and file colors for better visual organization
Analyzing and editing multiple open files simultaneously during complex refactoring tasks
Running and debugging test suites directly through Claude commands without switching windows