How to Use the Handwrytten MCP in Claude

Q: How do I setup Handwrytten in Claude Desktop?

You add the server configuration to your claudedesktopconfig.json file. Once you restart the app, the tools appear in the chat interface.

Q: Can I use Handwrytten to check credits in Claude Desktop?

Yes, just ask your agent to run getcreditbalance. It fetches your current standing directly from the API.

Q: Does Handwrytten work for Claude Desktop address lookups?

You can use listaddressbook to view your stored contacts. It lets your agent select the right person for your mailing.

Q: What happens if a Handwrytten card fails in Claude Desktop?

You can use getorder to investigate the status of a specific shipment. The tool returns the details you need to troubleshoot the delivery.

Automate physical mail directly from Claude Desktop. Send handwritten cards without leaving your chat.

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Trigger physical mail from Claude Desktop

Send a card by invoking `send_card` inside your workspace. Your agent pulls the necessary details to dispatch real paper mail to your recipients. Keep track of your spending with `get_credit_balance` before you fire off a batch. It prevents any surprises when your credits run low.

Browse styles for Claude Desktop

Check out the available handwriting options using `list_fonts`. You pick the style that matches the tone of your message. You can also run `list_cards` to see the current stationery designs. It helps you pick the right look for every note you send.

Manage your mailing history

Look up previous notes by using `list_orders` to check on delivery status. It gives you a clear record of what went out and when. Need to verify a specific detail? Use `get_order` to pull the exact data from past shipments. You stay in the loop without checking a secondary dashboard.

Setup guide

Set up Handwrytten 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 Handwrytten 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 Handwrytten 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 handwrytten-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about Handwrytten MCP in Claude Desktop

You add the server configuration to your `claude_desktop_config.json` file. Once you restart the app, the tools appear in the chat interface.

Yes, just ask your agent to run `get_credit_balance`. It fetches your current standing directly from the API.

You can use `list_address_book` to view your stored contacts. It lets your agent select the right person for your mailing.

Your address book and order history remain private. The MCP Server only accesses the specific data needed to process your card requests.

You can use `get_order` to investigate the status of a specific shipment. The tool returns the details you need to troubleshoot the delivery.

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