How to Use the Linear MCP in Cursor

Q: How do I configure the Linear MCP Server in Cursor?

Create a .cursor/mcp.json file in your project root and define the MCP Server. Once saved, Cursor Agent detects the tools and can access your issue tracker.

Q: Can Cursor update my Linear issue status automatically when I finish code?

Yes, the agent can call updatelinearissue to change the status of your ticket. It reads your local git branch or code changes to verify the work is done.

Q: Does Cursor support filtering Linear issues by project?

Yes, the agent runs listlinearprojects to find the target project ID. It then filters your workspace tickets to show only relevant tasks.

Q: Can I check if my connection to the issue tracker is active?

Yes, the checklinearstatus tool verifies your API connection. The agent runs this MCP tool to make sure your credentials are valid before attempting any updates.

Feed live issue details directly to Cursor Agent using this Linear MCP integration.

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Code directly against active tickets

The `get_linear_issue` and `list_linear_issues` tools feed real ticket requirements straight into Cursor. Your editor reads the exact bug report or feature request as you write the fix. Developers save time because the AI agent knows the exact acceptance criteria. You don't copy-paste requirements from a browser tab into your source files.

Create tickets on the fly with Cursor

This MCP Server uses `create_linear_issue` to log technical debt the moment you spot it in your files. Cursor reads your current file context, drafts the ticket, and sends it to your tracker. You keep your flow state unbroken. The agent handles the administrative work of categorizing the task with `list_linear_labels` while you keep coding.

Link code changes to issue comments

Running `create_linear_comment` lets Cursor post code snippets and implementation details back to the active ticket. Your team sees your progress directly on the issue timeline. The agent uses `update_linear_issue` to mark the task as in-review or completed when you finish your changes. This keeps your project board accurate with zero manual updates.

Setup guide

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

.cursor/mcp.json

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

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Common questions about Linear MCP in Cursor

Create a `.cursor/mcp.json` file in your project root and define the MCP Server. Once saved, Cursor Agent detects the tools and can access your issue tracker.

Yes, the agent can call `update_linear_issue` to change the status of your ticket. It reads your local git branch or code changes to verify the work is done.

Yes, the agent runs `list_linear_projects` to find the target project ID. It then filters your workspace tickets to show only relevant tasks.

Yes, the `check_linear_status` tool verifies your API connection. The agent runs this MCP tool to make sure your credentials are valid before attempting any updates.

Your ticket summaries, comments, and project structures are processed locally or via secure remote endpoints. No workspace data is stored, and your API tokens remain isolated in your environment.

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