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ReferenceMCPCodex Foundations

Codex plugin directory: skills, connections, and use cases

Understand what a Codex plugin can contain, where support differs, and how AboutCodex should review an installable capability bundle.

Sep 10, 2026 · 3 min read · Abdessalam

ReferenceMCPCodex Foundations

Codex MCP server directory: choose by task and permissions

A criteria-led directory for deciding which kind of MCP connection your Codex workflow needs and what to inspect before enabling it.

Sep 10, 2026 · 3 min read · Abdessalam

ReferenceGetting startedCodex Foundations

Codex skills vs prompts vs AGENTS.md vs MCP vs plugins

Choose the right Codex building block by deciding whether you need a one-time request, durable project context, a reusable procedure, connected tools, or an installable bundle.

Sep 10, 2026 · 4 min read · Abdessalam

ReferenceGitHub

GitHub pull-request documentation

Understand the review and merge process.

Best for: Understand the review and merge process.
Requires: A GitHub repository with appropriate access.
Limit: Repository rules vary; follow your project’s process.

Curated primary reference · Checked 2026-09-10

ReferencePlugins

Codex plugin documentation

Understand plugin capabilities and setup.

Best for: Understand plugin capabilities and setup.
Requires: A supported client and the plugin’s prerequisites.
Limit: Availability and requirements vary by plugin.

Curated primary reference · Checked 2026-09-10

ReferenceMCP

Codex MCP documentation

Understand supported server connections and configuration.

Best for: Understand supported server connections and configuration.
Requires: A compatible server and required authentication.
Limit: Each server has its own capabilities and permissions.

Curated primary reference · Checked 2026-09-10

ReferenceGetting started

AGENTS.md documentation

Understand instruction discovery and scope.

Best for: Understand instruction discovery and scope.
Requires: A project with repository instructions.
Limit: Conflicting project instructions still need review.

Curated primary reference · Checked 2026-09-10

ReferenceSkills

Codex skill documentation

Understand SKILL.md structure and skill invocation.

Best for: Understand SKILL.md structure and skill invocation.
Requires: A supported Codex client.
Limit: Documentation is not an evaluation of your skill.

Curated primary reference · Checked 2026-09-10