Common questions.
What is MCP Resource?
An MCP resource is a piece of data or content, such as a file, database record, or API response, that an MCP server exposes to AI clients for reading.
Why does MCP Resource matter for AI agents?
Resources are distinct from tools (which trigger actions) and allow agents to retrieve context without executing side effects, making them useful for read-only data access with controlled visibility.
Which terms are related to MCP Resource?
Closely related concepts include MCP Resource URI, MCP (Model Context Protocol), MCP Sampling, MCP Poisoning. Each is defined in the Prefactor glossary.