> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://sec-edgar-mcp.amorelli.tech/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# MCP Protocol

> Understanding the Model Context Protocol

## What is MCP?

The Model Context Protocol (MCP) is an open standard that enables seamless integration between LLM applications and external data sources and tools.

## How SEC Edgar MCP Uses MCP

SEC Edgar MCP implements the MCP protocol to provide:

* **Tool Discovery**: Automatic discovery of available SEC tools
* **Structured Responses**: JSON-formatted responses with exact data
* **Error Handling**: Consistent error reporting and recovery
* **Type Safety**: Well-defined schemas for all tool parameters

## MCP Architecture

```mermaid theme={null}
graph TD
    A[MCP Client] --> B[MCP Protocol]
    B --> C[SEC Edgar MCP Server]
    C --> D[SEC EDGAR API]
    C --> E[XBRL Parser]
```