- The problem: AI assistants in IDEs often give generic answers or miss the project context.
- What’s new: StudioAssist now runs in Agent Mode with built-in MCP Servers for Katalon Docs and Katalon Studio.
- What to do next: Use it to create, edit, and troubleshoot test cases or connect your own MCP Servers.
What it is
The new StudioAssist Agent Mode turns your AI assistant in Katalon Studio into a connected, context-aware testing partner. It now supports MCP Servers, HTTP-based services that let the agent fetch real-time information and perform actions directly inside your project.
Katalon ships with two built-in MCP Servers:
- Katalon Docs MCP Server: Pulls verified answers from official Katalon documentation.
- Katalon Studio MCP Server: Let StudioAssist create, edit, and manage test cases, test objects, and custom keywords.
You can also add your own HTTP-based MCP Servers to extend StudioAssist’s reach. (Note: authentication support is coming soon.)
Why it matters
Before this update, StudioAssist could only suggest, not do.
Now, it can act on your project.
That means less time switching tabs, digging through docs, or rewriting existing test cases. StudioAssist in Agent Mode connects your local project, Katalon documentation, and even third-party MCP Servers into one intelligent workflow.
It’s a step toward AI-assisted test engineering, not just code generation.
Real-world use cases
- Get the latest updates from Katalon Docs
Instantly access the newest Katalon documentation through the Docs MCP Server, so your answers are always current and accurate.
- Create a new test case
Generate complete test cases with steps and linked objects automatically, saving setup time and avoiding human error.
- Update existing test cases
Modify or extend test cases with a single prompt, helping you keep scripts aligned with changing app logic.
- Troubleshoot and fix issues
Get AI-driven analysis and documentation-backed fixes for failed tests, reducing debugging time and the updation of test cases.
- Plan your test strategy
Connect external MCP Servers to gather insights for smarter automation and better resource allocation.
- Identify duplicated test cases
Detect overlapping or redundant tests automatically, keeping your project clean and easier to maintain.
Key takeaways
- Agent Mode gives StudioAssist real-time project access and smarter actions.
- Built-in MCP Servers make it grounded, accurate, and context-aware.
- You can extend it further by adding your own MCP Servers.