activeing123/mcptoon
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MCP tool discovery burns 71,929 tokens. mcptoon drops it to 581 (−99.2%, measured). Zero dependencies.
MCP
activeing123/mcptoon
Added 16 Sept 2026
Overview
mcptoon reduces MCP tool discovery token usage from 71,929 to 581 tokens, a 99.2% reduction. It is written in HTML and has zero dependencies.
Best for
Best for
Developers using MCP who want to cut token overhead during tool discovery.
Use cases
- Reduce token spend when discovering MCP tools
- Embed a zero-dependency HTML utility into MCP workflows
- Measure token savings in MCP discovery flows
How to use
Install
npx skills add https://github.com/activeing123/mcptoon --skill mcptoonClients listed in this record (not verified here)
Claude Code, Cursor, Windsurf, Cline, ChatGPT
Notes
200 stars on GitHub. Last updated 2026-09-16. Licensed Apache-2.0.
Pros
- Measured 99.2% token reduction
- Zero dependencies
- Simple HTML implementation
Cons
- Narrow focus on token discovery only
- Limited community adoption at 200 stars
- No evidence of active maintenance or releases
Open-source & AI alternatives
Swap-in tools that solve the same job. Weigh the trade-offs before you commit.
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