Sideways

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Use Sideways for unexpected questions and lateral thinking prompts to break through mental blocks.

Install

Add this to your client's MCP configuration (Claude Desktop: claude_desktop_config.json; Cursor: .cursor/mcp.json; VS Code and others use the same "mcpServers" shape).

Remote (streamable-http)
Claude Code
claude mcp add --transport http sideways 'https://usesideways.com/mcp'
JSON configuration (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code)
{
    "mcpServers": {
        "sideways": {
            "type": "http",
            "url": "https://usesideways.com/mcp"
        }
    }
}

Frequently asked questions

What is Sideways?

Use Sideways for unexpected questions and lateral thinking prompts to break through mental blocks.

How do I install Sideways?

It runs as a remote server. In Claude Code: claude mcp add --transport http sideways 'https://usesideways.com/mcp'. For other clients, paste the JSON configuration from this page into their MCP settings.

Does Sideways need an API key?

Its registry entry lists no required key or secret. Some features may still need an account with the service it connects to.

Who maintains Sideways?

It is published by com.usesideways. AI.tn lists it but does not maintain or endorse it.

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