# Install Highspot MCP for Kiro (Windows via WSL)

> **Share this with teammates:** Copy-paste the prompt below into Kiro chat and it will handle the full installation automatically. No manual steps required.

## Prerequisites

Before running the prompt, ensure you have:
1. **AmazonWSL** installed (most Amazon laptops have this)
2. **Midway authentication** active (run `mwinit -o` if expired)
3. **Highspot access** (verify you can log in at aws.highspot.com)
4. **Kiro IDE** open with a workspace

## The Prompt

Copy and paste this entire block into Kiro chat:

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```
Install the Highspot MCP server for my Windows machine using WSL. Follow these exact steps without asking questions:

1. Install `aim` (Amazon AI Manager) in WSL:
   - Run: wsl.exe -d AmazonWSL -- bash -c "/home/ubuntu/.toolbox/bin/toolbox install aim 2>&1"
   - If toolbox isn't found, try: wsl.exe -d AmazonWSL -- bash -c "export PATH=$PATH:/home/ubuntu/.toolbox/bin && toolbox install aim 2>&1"

2. Create the MCP config directory if it doesn't exist:
   - Run: wsl.exe -d AmazonWSL -- bash -c "mkdir -p /home/ubuntu/.kiro/mcp 2>&1"

3. Create the Highspot MCP config file:
   - Create file at: /home/ubuntu/.kiro/mcp/highspot.json
   - Contents: {"mcpServers":{"highspot":{"command":"aim","args":["mcp","highspot"],"env":{}}}}

4. Verify the installation:
   - Run: wsl.exe -d AmazonWSL -- bash -c "aim mcp highspot --help 2>&1"

5. Restart Kiro to pick up the new MCP server.

If any step fails, show me the error and we'll troubleshoot.
```

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## What This Does

The Highspot MCP gives Kiro access to your Highspot content library — you can ask Kiro to find pitch decks, battle cards, case studies, and other sales assets without leaving your workflow.

## After Installation

Once installed, try prompts like:
- "Find me the latest AWS gaming pitch deck in Highspot"
- "Search Highspot for competitive battle cards about Bedrock"
- "What case studies do we have for financial services customers?"

## Troubleshooting

**`aim` not found after install**: Make sure to restart your WSL session or add `~/.toolbox/bin` to your PATH.

**MCP shows as disconnected**: Restart Kiro completely (quit and reopen, not just reload).

**Auth errors**: Run `mwinit -o` and try again.

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*Shared by Gavin Arredondo (@garredondo) in #kiro-productivity-for-all — May 20, 2026*