How to Use the Macaulay Library MCP in Cursor

Q: Can I use the Macaulay Library MCP Server to generate TypeScript types in Cursor?

Yes, you can. Cursor uses getasset to fetch a real metadata payload and automatically writes matching TypeScript interfaces for your codebase.

Q: How do I test my media search functions in Cursor using Macaulay Library?

Ask the Cursor agent to run searchmedia with a test species. It pulls real API responses directly into your active file or terminal window.

Q: Can I fetch specific audio recordings for testing?

You can use getasset with a known ID to pull the exact file URL and metadata. This gives you real assets to test your media player components.

Generate code using real wildlife audio metadata from Macaulay Library inside your Cursor editor.

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Query Macaulay Library directly inside Cursor

`search_media` connects your Cursor agent directly to the live wildlife archive to pull real media records during coding sessions. You don't have to write dummy JSON or placeholder arrays when building your application. Your agent runs the query, grabs the raw response, and writes code using real taxonomic data. You skip the guesswork entirely.

Map asset schemas into your codebase

`get_asset` retrieves the complete metadata payload for any specific recording ID directly into your editor. You feed the tool an asset ID, and it returns the exact JSON structure. Your Cursor agent reads this live payload to generate precise TypeScript interfaces or database schemas. You avoid stupid integration bugs because your code matches the actual API output from day one.

Fetch recent media for local testing

`get_recent_media` pulls the latest uploads from the archive to help you test your application with fresh data. Your agent calls this tool to retrieve a list of recent assets. This lets you test how your UI handles new uploads without manually creating mock records. Cursor uses the live feed to populate your test environment instantly.

Setup guide

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

.cursor/mcp.json

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

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Common questions about Macaulay Library MCP in Cursor

Yes, you can. Cursor uses `get_asset` to fetch a real metadata payload and automatically writes matching TypeScript interfaces for your codebase.

Ask the Cursor agent to run `search_media` with a test species. It pulls real API responses directly into your active file or terminal window.

It does. The editor uses the tools to understand the archive's structure, allowing it to write accurate data-fetching code for you.

You can use `get_asset` with a known ID to pull the exact file URL and metadata. This gives you real assets to test your media player components.

Your search terms and asset requests are processed in an ephemeral sandbox. Vinkius handles the connection securely and never stores the taxonomic queries or asset metadata retrieved during your Cursor session.

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