How to Use the Factorial MCP in Cursor

Q: How do I install the Factorial MCP Server in Cursor?

Add the server entry to your .cursor/mcp.json file in your project root or global settings. This registers the MCP tools instantly. Once configured, Cursor will automatically detect the tools and let your AI agent invoke them during chat or inline edits.

Q: Can I use Cursor to debug shift schedules from Factorial?

Yes, you can run the listshifts tool to pull raw shift data directly into your terminal or editor chat. This helps you verify API payloads and debug custom scheduling integrations on the spot.

Q: How does Cursor handle Factorial document directories?

Your agent uses the listfolders tool to read the folder structure and locate specific files. This allows you to reference actual document IDs when writing automated file upload scripts in Cursor.

Q: Can I log hours using the time tracking tools?

Yes, you can call clockin and clockout within your editor environment. This lets you manage your daily working sessions without leaving your coding interface.

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Generate Code with Live Cursor Context

The `get_me` tool fetches your current company identity and API permissions directly into your Cursor workspace. This allows the AI agent to write code against your actual Factorial environment instead of relying on mock payloads. By feeding real Factorial API structures to Cursor, you avoid integration bugs before deployment. The MCP Server ensures that your custom scripts and internal dashboards are built using accurate, live data schemas.

Sync Team Lists to Your Local Code

The `list_teams` tool retrieves your current organizational structure so you can map active departments directly into your local database seeds. Your Cursor agent uses this MCP tool to read this live payload to generate precise SQL inserts or JSON fixtures. You can also call `list_employees` to populate test environments with real, structured employee profiles instead of generic dummy text. This speeds up your local development loop by providing high-fidelity test data instantly.

Track Holidays and Leaves in Code

The `list_holidays` tool pulls the official company holiday calendar directly into your Cursor active editor session. Your agent uses this data to write calendar sync scripts or automated scheduling rules. You can combine this with `list_leaves` to build custom internal dashboards that display team availability. It keeps your codebase aligned with actual HR schedules without manual data entry.

Setup guide

Set up Factorial 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 Factorial 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 Factorial transactions." If the MCP tools are loaded correctly, Cursor will call the Factorial tools automatically. You can also check Settings → MCP for a green status indicator.

.cursor/mcp.json

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

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Common questions about Factorial MCP in Cursor

Add the server entry to your `.cursor/mcp.json` file in your project root or global settings. This registers the MCP tools instantly. Once configured, Cursor will automatically detect the tools and let your AI agent invoke them during chat or inline edits.

Yes, you can run the `list_shifts` tool to pull raw shift data directly into your terminal or editor chat. This helps you verify API payloads and debug custom scheduling integrations on the spot.

Your agent uses the `list_folders` tool to read the folder structure and locate specific files. This allows you to reference actual document IDs when writing automated file upload scripts in Cursor.

Yes, you can call `clock_in` and `clock_out` within your editor environment. This lets you manage your daily working sessions without leaving your coding interface.

Yes, your API tokens are stored strictly in your local Cursor configuration files. This local MCP setup ensures your payroll data, files pulled via `list_documents`, and employee list via `list_employees` are processed in memory during your active session and are never sent to third-party model training sets.

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