How to Use the Directus MCP in Cursor

Q: How do I configure the Directus MCP server in Cursor?

Add the server to your .cursor/mcp.json file in your project root or global directory. Include your Vinkius endpoint URL and authentication token in the configuration object. Once configured, enable Agent mode in the Cursor chat panel to start calling the database tools.

Q: Can Cursor automatically generate TypeScript types from my Directus schema?

Yes, Cursor can. By calling getcollectiondetails, the agent extracts the structural properties driving your active tables. It then translates these properties into TypeScript interfaces directly in your open workspace files, ensuring type safety across your codebase.

Q: Can I manage media assets from my editor?

Yes, listdirectusfiles retrieves the exact structural matching to verify media storage files. This allows your agent to check for existing assets and generate code that references the correct file paths from your Directus storage bucket.

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Inspect live Directus schemas within the Cursor editor

`list_schema_collections` retrieves the active database rules defining your PostgreSQL tables directly inside your Cursor composer panel. Your AI agent reads these rules to understand your backend structure while you write frontend queries. This keeps your code aligned with your actual database schema without manual context switching. When you need to write a specific query, `list_collection_fields` inspects the internal arrays of your target collection to verify column configurations. Cursor uses this live metadata to generate typed interfaces and API calls that match your Directus database exactly.

Use this MCP Server to generate code with real database values

`get_single_item` retrieves explicit cloud logging tracing database row UUIDs directly into your Cursor chat. Instead of writing mock data or stubs, your agent uses these real production values to test and write code. You get working code blocks that use actual records from your backend. If you need to fetch multiple records for a component, `list_collection_items` identifies bounded routing spaces to pull live collection items. Cursor reads these items to verify that your UI components render your Directus content correctly.

Mutate Directus collection records directly from Cursor

`create_cms_record` provisions a highly-available JSON payload to write new rows to your database while testing features. You don't need to open your Directus admin panel to seed test data. Just ask the Cursor agent to insert a record, and it executes the tool instantly. For updates, `patch_cms_record` mutates global boundaries by substituting database values using specific IDs. If a test record needs to be deleted, Cursor invokes `wipe_cms_record` to drop the live row from the collection.

Setup guide

Set up Directus MCP in Cursor

Prerequisites

Cursor installed (macOS, Windows, or Linux)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open MCP Settings

Go to Cursor Settings → MCP or open the Command Palette (Cmd+Shift+P / Ctrl+Shift+P) and search for "MCP: Add Server".
2

Add the Directus MCP

Cursor will create or open .cursor/mcp.json in your project root. Paste the JSON snippet on the right. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Enable Agent mode

Open Composer (Cmd+I / Ctrl+I) and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown at the top. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode.
4

Verify the connection

Ask Cursor something like "List my recent Directus transactions." If the MCP tools are loaded correctly, Cursor will call the Directus tools automatically. You can also check Settings → MCP for a green status indicator.

.cursor/mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "directus-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Directus MCP in Cursor

Add the server to your `.cursor/mcp.json` file in your project root or global directory. Include your Vinkius endpoint URL and authentication token in the configuration object. Once configured, enable Agent mode in the Cursor chat panel to start calling the database tools.

Yes, Cursor can. By calling `get_collection_details`, the agent extracts the structural properties driving your active tables. It then translates these properties into TypeScript interfaces directly in your open workspace files, ensuring type safety across your codebase.

No, these tools only run when you explicitly invoke the Cursor agent or composer. Standard autocomplete and inline code generation remain fast because they do not trigger active network calls to the MCP server unless requested.

Yes, `list_directus_files` retrieves the exact structural matching to verify media storage files. This allows your agent to check for existing assets and generate code that references the correct file paths from your Directus storage bucket.

Your Directus API tokens and database connection strings are never exposed to Cursor's indexing servers. Vinkius manages all authentication credentials within a secure, ephemeral sandbox. This zero-trust MCP architecture ensures that database payloads pass directly to your editor over encrypted local transport.

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