Replicate MCP Server for Cursor 12 tools — connect in under 2 minutes
Cursor is an AI-first code editor built on VS Code that integrates LLM-powered coding assistance directly into the development workflow. Its Agent mode enables autonomous multi-step coding tasks, and MCP support lets agents access external data sources and APIs during code generation.
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About Replicate MCP Server
Connect your conversational assistant directly to the Replicate ecosystem. This integration grants your AI the ability to interact programmatically with a vast library of open-source machine learning models without running them on your local hardware. From orchestrating complex image generations to spinning up specialized language models, you can command AI workflows directly from your chat.
Cursor's Agent mode turns Replicate into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from Replicate and it fetches, processes, and writes. all in a single agentic loop. 12 tools appear alongside file editing and terminal access, creating a unified development environment grounded in real-time information.
What you can do
- Execute Predictions — Command the assistant to execute specific model versions on your behalf (
create_prediction) by supplying a payload of variables. Monitor long-running processes by retrieving outputs and execution status reliably (get_prediction) or cancel them at will (cancel_prediction). - Discover Models — Instruct the AI to intelligently scan the Replicate platform for models matching a specific use case using
search_models. You can also explore trending and categorized models by leveraging thelist_collectionsaction. - Analyze Model Metadata — Whenever you discover a new model, query its precise owner and name (
get_model) to extract the exact schema and parameter requirements necessary for a successful execution. You can also view a log of your own executed tasks (list_predictions).
The Replicate MCP Server exposes 12 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Cursor in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.
How to Connect Replicate to Cursor via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the Replicate MCP Server with Cursor.
Open MCP Settings
Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens
Save the file
Cursor will automatically detect the new MCP server
Start using Replicate
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Replicate, help me...". 12 tools available
Why Use Cursor with the Replicate MCP Server
Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with Replicate through the Model Context Protocol.
Agent mode turns Cursor into an autonomous coding assistant that can read files, run commands, and call MCP tools without switching context
Cursor's Composer feature can generate entire files using real-time data fetched through MCP. no copy-pasting from external dashboards
MCP tools appear alongside built-in tools like file reading and terminal access, creating a unified agentic environment
VS Code extension compatibility means your existing workflow, keybindings, and extensions all work alongside MCP tools
Replicate + Cursor Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the Replicate MCP Server delivers measurable value.
Code generation with live data: ask Cursor to generate a security report module using live DNS and subdomain data fetched through MCP
Automated documentation: have Cursor query your API's tool schemas and generate TypeScript interfaces or OpenAPI specs automatically
Infrastructure-as-code: Cursor can fetch domain configurations and generate corresponding Terraform or CloudFormation templates
Test scaffolding: ask Cursor to pull real API responses via MCP and generate unit test fixtures from actual data
Replicate MCP Tools for Cursor (12)
These 12 tools become available when you connect Replicate to Cursor via MCP:
cancel_prediction
Cancels a prediction that is currently running
create_prediction
g., image generation, LLMs). Provide the model version ID and inputs as a JSON object. Starts a new model prediction on Replicate
get_account
Retrieves the authenticated Replicate account details
get_collection
Provide the collection slug (e.g., "text-to-image"). Retrieves a specific collection of models by its slug
get_model
Retrieves details for a specific model
get_prediction
). Retrieves the status and output of a prediction
list_collections
g., "Image-to-Text", "Audio Generation"). Lists curated collections of models
list_deployments
Lists your active model deployments on Replicate
list_hardware
Lists available GPU hardware options for running models
list_models
Lists public models available on Replicate
list_predictions
Lists recent predictions made by the user
search_models
Searches for public models on Replicate
Example Prompts for Replicate in Cursor
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Cursor agent to start working with Replicate immediately.
"List my recent predictions."
"Query Replicate to search for 'TTS' models."
"Cancel the prediction that has the ID `p_abc123`."
Troubleshooting Replicate MCP Server with Cursor
Common issues when connecting Replicate to Cursor through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
Tools not appearing in Cursor
Server shows as disconnected
Replicate + Cursor FAQ
Common questions about integrating Replicate MCP Server with Cursor.
What is Agent mode and why does it matter for MCP?
Where does Cursor store MCP configuration?
mcp.json file. You can configure servers at the project level (.cursor/mcp.json in your project root) or globally (~/.cursor/mcp.json). Project-level configs take precedence.Can Cursor use MCP tools in inline edits?
How do I verify MCP tools are loaded?
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Connect Replicate to Cursor
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 12 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.