Can it apply Supertags with pre-filled fields?

Yes. Use `add_node_with_fields` to create a node with a specific Supertag and populate its attributes in a single call.

Are there limits on nested hierarchies?

No practical limits beyond your token window. The `add_node_with_children` tool accepts arrays of child nodes and populates the hierarchy in a single request.

Which Tana plan is required?

API access is available on Tana Plus and Pro plans. Free accounts do not have API tokens. Generate your token from Workspace Settings in the Tana web app.

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

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About Tana MCP Server

Translate your AI conversation into structured personal knowledge management seamlessly with the Tana MCP connector. Evolve your LLM into a dedicated ontological architect capable of pushing rich, contextual data fragments straight into your workspace. Bypass tedious manual entry by programming your assistant to dynamically categorize thoughts, mint native ontological classes (Supertags), and instantiate multi-level hierarchies inside your Tana graph while maintaining maximum focus in your local environment.

Cursor's Agent mode turns Tana into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from Tana and it fetches, processes, and writes. all in a single agentic loop. 10 tools appear alongside file editing and terminal access, creating a unified development environment grounded in real-time information.

What you can do

Node Structuring — Swiftly inject clean data fragments anywhere by defining paths invoking add_node or securely drop ideations asynchronously into your capture zone utilizing add_to_inbox.
Ontology & Metadata — Formalize data classifications mapping real-world objects using define_supertag and instantiate them powerfully utilizing add_tagged_node and add_node_with_fields.
Hierarchy & Linking — Push whole outline structures programmatically executing add_node_with_children and enforce complex bi-directional network paths executing add_node_reference.
Specialized Datatypes — Effortlessly instantiate formatted daily operations leveraging add_checkbox_task, temporal entries mapping add_date_node, or external resources resolving via add_url_bookmark.

The Tana MCP Server exposes 10 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 Tana to Cursor via MCP

Follow these steps to integrate the Tana 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 Tana

Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Tana, help me...". 10 tools available

Why Use Cursor with the Tana MCP Server

Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with Tana 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

Tana + Cursor Use Cases

Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the Tana 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

Tana MCP Tools for Cursor (10)

These 10 tools become available when you connect Tana to Cursor via MCP:

add_checkbox_task

Optionally set initial done status. Creates a checkbox/todo item in the Tana inbox

add_date_node

Format: YYYY-MM-DD. Creates a date-typed node in the Tana inbox

add_node

Provide a target node ID (or "INBOX", "LIBRARY") and the node name. Creates a new node in a specific Tana location

add_node_reference

Provide a label and the target node ID. Creates a reference node linking to an existing node

add_node_with_children

Provide a name and comma-separated children. Creates a parent node with multiple child nodes

add_node_with_fields

Provide name, supertag ID, and field data as a JSON object. Creates a supertagged node with structured field values

add_tagged_node

g. #meeting, #person). Requires the supertag ID from Tana schema. Creates a new node with a supertag applied

add_to_inbox

Quickly adds a new node directly to the Tana Inbox

add_url_bookmark

Creates a URL-typed node in Tana

define_supertag

Provide a name and description. Defines a new supertag in the Tana schema

Example Prompts for Tana in Cursor

Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Cursor agent to start working with Tana immediately.

"Add a new conceptual outline to my Inbox. The main title should be 'Quarterly Product Strategy', and it should contain three specific child nodes functioning as checkable tasks."

"Create a new node 'Meeting Notes format' structured in our weekly workspace."

"Search my Tana knowledge base for nodes tagged with '#project'."

Troubleshooting Tana MCP Server with Cursor

Common issues when connecting Tana to Cursor through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.

Tools not appearing in Cursor

Ensure you are in Agent mode (not Ask mode). MCP tools only work in Agent mode.

Server shows as disconnected

Check Settings → Features → MCP and verify the server status. Try clicking the refresh button.

Tana + Cursor FAQ

Common questions about integrating Tana MCP Server with Cursor.

What is Agent mode and why does it matter for MCP?

Agent mode is Cursor's autonomous execution mode where the AI can perform multi-step tasks: reading files, editing code, running terminal commands, and calling MCP tools. Without Agent mode, Cursor operates in a simpler ask-and-answer mode that doesn't support tool calling. Always ensure you're in Agent mode when working with MCP servers.

Where does Cursor store MCP configuration?

Cursor looks for MCP server configurations in a 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?

No. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode through the chat panel. Inline completions and Tab suggestions do not trigger MCP tool calls. This is by design. tool calls require user visibility and approval.

How do I verify MCP tools are loaded?

Open Settings → Features → MCP and look for your server name. A green indicator means the server is connected. You can also check Agent mode's available tools by clicking the tools dropdown in the chat panel.