Question 1

What is Canvas MCP Client?

Accepted Answer

Canvas MCP Client is the first open-source infinite canvas workspace that integrates with the Model Context Protocol (MCP). It allows you to organize your ideas, projects, and AI interactions in a visual, spatial environment instead of traditional linear lists and documents. Think of it as a digital whiteboard that connects to AI assistants and various productivity widgets.

Question 2

What is MCP (Model Context Protocol)?

Accepted Answer

MCP (Model Context Protocol) is a standardized way for AI applications to securely connect to data sources and tools. It enables seamless integration between AI models (like ChatGPT, Claude, etc.) and external systems. Canvas MCP Client implements this protocol, allowing you to chat with AI assistants directly within your visual workspace and connect them to your data and tools.

Question 3

How is Canvas MCP Client different from traditional project management tools?

Accepted Answer

Traditional tools like Notion, Trello, or Asana force you to organize information in rigid lists, tables, or boards. Canvas MCP Client gives you an infinite, zoomable canvas where you can freely arrange widgets (Kanban boards, notes, AI chat, calendars, etc.) anywhere you want. This spatial approach mirrors how your brain actually thinks - non-linearly and visually. Plus, it has native AI integration through MCP, allowing AI to be part of your workflow, not separate from it.

Question 4

What are widgets and how do they work?

Accepted Answer

Widgets are self-contained, interactive components that you can place on your canvas. Examples include Kanban boards, to-do lists, AI chat interfaces, team directories, calendars, note-taking tools, and more. Each widget has its own functionality and can be connected to other widgets. For example, you can connect an AI chat widget to a note widget to automatically save AI responses, or connect a web scraper widget to a Kanban board to create tasks from scraped data.

Question 5

Can I use Canvas MCP Client with ChatGPT, Claude, or other AI models?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Canvas MCP Client is designed to work with all major AI models including ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and others through the Model Context Protocol. You can chat with multiple AI assistants simultaneously, each in their own widget, and they can access your tools and data through MCP connections. This makes AI a true collaborator in your workspace, not just a separate chat interface.

Question 6

Is Canvas MCP Client free and open source?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Canvas MCP Client is completely free and open source. The source code is available on GitHub under a permissive license. You can use it, modify it, and even build your own applications on top of it. The project is maintained by the community and welcomes contributions. Being open source means full transparency, no vendor lock-in, and the ability to customize it to your specific needs.

Question 7

How does the infinite canvas work?

Accepted Answer

The infinite canvas is a zoomable, pannable workspace that extends infinitely in all directions. You can zoom in to focus on details or zoom out to see the big picture. Place widgets anywhere, group related items together spatially, and navigate freely. It's like having an endless whiteboard that never runs out of space. The canvas uses WebGL for smooth performance even with hundreds of widgets.

Question 8

Can I collaborate with my team on Canvas MCP Client?

Accepted Answer

Currently Canvas MCP Client does not support yet. But Visona does support real-time collaboration features. Multiple team members can work on the same canvas simultaneously, see each other's cursors, and make changes in real-time. Each widget can have its own permissions and access controls. You can share specific canvases with team members, export and import canvas configurations, and sync data across team members.

Question 9

What's the difference between Canvas MCP Client and Visona?

Accepted Answer

Canvas MCP Client is the open-source engine - the core technology that powers the infinite canvas and MCP integration. Visona is the complete platform built on top of Canvas MCP Client, offering additional features like identity management, AI Vistas (curated AI experiences), a community-driven widget library, pre-built dashboards, cloud sync, and enterprise features. Think of Canvas MCP Client as the foundation you can build on, and Visona as a ready-to-use, fully-featured product.

Question 10

How do I get started with Canvas MCP Client?

Accepted Answer

Getting started is easy! Visit our GitHub repository to clone the project. The README contains installation instructions, documentation, and examples. You can run it locally, deploy it to your own server, or join the waitlist on Visona so that you can get access to the full platform. The project includes sample widgets and configurations to help you understand how everything works. If you prefer a hosted solution with additional features, check out Visona.

Question 11

Can I create my own custom widgets?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! Canvas MCP Client offers a no-code builder where you can create custom widgets. Currently the builder is still very early and basic, but it will be improved in the future. Widgets can communicate with each other, access MCP connections, and integrate with external APIs. In the future, hopefully the community will create dozens of open-source widgets you can use as examples.

Question 12

Does Canvas MCP Client work offline?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Canvas MCP Client can work offline. Once loaded, the application caches all necessary assets and can function without an internet connection. Your data is stored locally, and changes sync when you're back online. Some features like AI chat (which requires API calls) need an internet connection, but core canvas functionality works offline.

The first Canvas MCP client

Team Directory

Global Team Clock

Project Sprint Board

Performance Monitoring

API Integration

User Authentication

Database Optimization

Creative AI Assistant

Linear Tools are a Prison for Your Thoughts.

Powerful Features

Infinite Canvas - Escape the List. Think Visually

AI & MCP Integration

Widget-Based System

Connect & Generate Widgets

Built-in widgets that fit your needs