AI + Directus

Directus offers two ways to integrate AI into your workflow, depending on where you prefer to work.

Inside Directus: AI Assistant

The built-in AI Assistant provides a conversational assistant directly within the Directus Data Studio.

• Works directly in the Directus UI
• No additional client setup required
• Best for content editors, quick tasks, and users who live in Directus

::card{icon="material-symbols:chat" title="AI Assistant" to="/guides/ai/assistant"} Learn how to configure and use the built-in AI assistant. ::

External AI Tools: MCP Server

The Model Context Protocol (MCP) server lets you connect external AI tools to Directus.

• Use Claude Desktop, ChatGPT, Cursor, or other MCP-compatible clients
• Bring Directus capabilities to where you already work
• Best for developers, power users, and complex workflows

::card{icon="material-symbols:hub" title="MCP Server" to="/guides/ai/mcp"} Connect your preferred AI tools to Directus. ::