How to Use the Guru MCP in Claude

Q: How do I connect the Guru MCP server to Claude Desktop?

Open your claudedesktopconfig.json file and add the server configuration under the mcpServers key. Once you restart the desktop app, you will see the hammer icon indicating the tools are ready.

Q: Can I search Guru boards using Claude Desktop?

Yes, you can search them directly. Claude Desktop runs listknowledgeboards and searchknowledgebase to find the exact cards you need.

Search and update your Guru wiki boards directly inside Claude Desktop without leaving your chat window.

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Search Guru Collections in Claude Desktop

Stop switching tabs to find company policies. Ask Claude Desktop to run `search_knowledge_base` to pull the exact Guru card you need during your chat. The tool reads your workspace collections and brings the text straight into your active prompt. You can also run `get_card_details` to inspect specific card contents or verify metadata. This setup keeps your documentation context right next to your active development files on your local machine.

Fast Knowledge Updates inside Claude Web

Keeping documentation fresh is usually a chore. When you use Guru with Claude Web, you can instruct your agent to run `update_knowledge_card` to fix outdated setup steps instantly. If you find duplicate pages, tell your agent to trigger `delete_knowledge_card` to clean up the workspace. It takes one message to keep your team's shared wiki accurate.

Map Team Access with this MCP Server

Managing permissions shouldn't require opening a dozen browser tabs. Your Claude Desktop agent uses this MCP Server to run `list_access_groups` and `list_workspace_members` to audit who has access to what. By calling `get_collection_details`, the agent verifies which teams own specific documentation boards. You get a clear view of your organization's hierarchy without leaving your terminal or chat app.

Setup guide

Set up Guru MCP in Claude Web or Desktop

1

Open Claude Settings

Go to claude.ai, click your profile icon, then navigate to Customize → Connectors.
2

Add Custom Connector

Click the "+" button and select Add custom connector. Paste your Vinkius endpoint URL: https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. For OAuth-protected servers, expand Advanced settings to add credentials.
3

Start a conversation

Open a new chat. The Guru MCP tools are available immediately — no restart needed.

Endpoint URL

https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

No configuration file needed — paste the URL directly in the Claude web interface.

Available on Free (1 connector), Pro, Max, Team, and Enterprise plans.

Prerequisites

Claude Desktop installed (macOS or Windows)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open Claude Desktop Settings

Click the menu icon at the top-left corner, go to Settings → Developer → Edit Config. This opens claude_desktop_config.json in your default text editor.
2

Paste the Guru MCP configuration

Copy the JSON snippet on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Restart Claude Desktop

Close and reopen the application. Claude needs a full restart to load new MCPs — refreshing a conversation is not enough.
4

Verify the connection

Open a new conversation. Click the 🔌 icon at the bottom of the message input. You should see tools listed under guru-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about Guru MCP in Claude Desktop

Open your `claude_desktop_config.json` file and add the server configuration under the `mcpServers` key. Once you restart the desktop app, you will see the hammer icon indicating the tools are ready.

Yes, you can search them directly. Claude Desktop runs `list_knowledge_boards` and `search_knowledge_base` to find the exact cards you need.

It usually means your API token is invalid or expired. Run the `verify_api_connection` tool to check if Claude Desktop can talk to the API.

Yes, you can. Paste your remote server URL into your Claude Web integration settings and use `create_knowledge_card` to build cards from your chat history.

Your actual Guru cards and collection details never touch third-party servers. All requests go through a secure local runner or direct HTTPS endpoint, keeping your proprietary wiki content safe.

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