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1. 01

   Connect Codex

   Server URL

   https://nativediagram.com/mcp

   Name: NativeDiagram

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   1. In the desktop app, open Settings → MCP servers → Add server.
   2. Enter NativeDiagram, select Streamable HTTP, and paste the server URL above.
   3. Save, then select Restart. Select Authenticate to sign in to NativeDiagram and allow access.
   4. Start a task and type /mcp to check available servers, then send the example below.

   In the IDE extension, open the gear menu → MCP servers and restart the extension after saving. See the official setup guide if your interface differs.

   Command line or manual configuration

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   codex mcp add nativediagram --url https://nativediagram.com/mcp
   codex mcp login nativediagram

   Or add this to ~/.codex/config.toml, then run codex mcp login nativediagram:

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   [mcp_servers.nativediagram]
   url = "https://nativediagram.com/mcp"

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   Confirm that NativeDiagram tools are available in this conversation. Do not create a diagram or spend credits. Report any sign-in needed.

   Run the check in Codex. It requests no generation or credits. This website cannot check your current conversation.

2. 02

   Create your first diagram

   Send the request in Codex. Each successful diagram uses one credit and includes Word and PowerPoint downloads.

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   Use the Native SmartArt skill if available, and use NativeDiagram to create native, editable SmartArt with these steps: Plan, Build, Test. Provide Word and PowerPoint downloads.

   Continue in Codex, then inspect the delivered file in Word or PowerPoint. View saved diagrams →