Overview

A powerful way to extend Highlight’s core functionality. Built on the Model Context Protocol (MCP), connections enable seamless integration with external services and data sources.

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Overview

Connections in Highlight:

• Enhance AI interactions with external data and services
• Follow the Model Context Protocol specification
• Can be installed from the official Highlight registry

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Installation and Setup

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MCP Server Types

There are three types of MCP servers:

1. stdio
2. sse
3. http (bundled with sse)

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stdio

The stdio server is a simple server that listens for incoming connections and sends and receives messages. Most MCP servers are in this category. When you install a connection from the registry, it will be a stdio connection we bundled using our open source bundler code.

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sse & http

The sse server is a server that sends and receives messages via Server-Sent Events. This is a more modern protocol that is supported by most modern browsers

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From the Registry

1. Navigate to the Connections section in your Highlight Settings
2. Browse available Connections in the registry
3. Toggle the Connection on
4. Complete any required configuration steps

Some Connections may require additional setup, such as:

• API keys
• Authentication tokens
• Custom endpoints
• Workspace-specific configurations

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Connection Configuration

After installation, you can configure your connection:

1. Click on the Connection in your Connected Connections list
2. Review the connection’s documentation
3. Enter required configuration values in the setup modal
4. Save your configuration

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Connection Verification

To verify your connection installation and monitor its operation:

1. Access the connection details page from your Connected Connections list
2. Check the following sections:
   • Available Tools
   • Operation Logs
   • Connection Status

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Using Connections

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Activation

Connections are activated using the ”@” symbol in the Highlight floaty interface:

1. Open the Highlight floaty
2. Type ”@” to see available connections
3. Select your desired connection
4. Enter your query or command

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Example Use Cases

Here are some popular Connections and their capabilities:

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YouTube

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Github

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Support

If you encounter any issues or have questions:

• Join our Discord community
• Contact our support team

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Best Practices

1. Always review connection permissions before installation
2. Keep Connections updated to their latest versions
3. Monitor connection logs for potential issues