How to Use the Trigger.dev (Background Tasks & Jobs) MCP in Cursor

Q: How do I list schedules with Trigger.dev (Background Tasks & Jobs) in Cursor?

You ask the agent to run listschedules. It pulls the current job configuration and injects it as a code snippet, so you can copy and paste it right away.

Q: Can I manage environment variables using Trigger.dev (Background Tasks & Jobs) in Cursor?

Yes. The agent lets you call createenvvar or updateenvvar. You see the changes reflected immediately, making sure your code uses the latest config.

Q: What if I need to cancel a job using Trigger.dev (Background Tasks & Jobs) in Cursor?

The agent can execute cancelrun and report back confirmation. This means you stop runaway jobs without ever leaving the code context.

Q: What tools are available for Trigger.dev (Background Tasks & Jobs) when using Cursor?

You've got full control: triggertask, batch management, schedule creation (createschedule), and environment variable lifecycle tools.

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Triggering Tasks in Your Code

Need to test a job flow? Don't leave your file. Use the AI agent to call `trigger_task` and inject the immediate status or required parameters directly into the code you're writing. The live response from the MCP Server gives working context, not just mock data.

Managing Runs with Cursor

When debugging a workflow, you need to know if it succeeded. The agent uses `get_run` to pull specific job details right into your editor's sidebar. It even lets you re-execute failed logic using the `replay_run` tool, saving you from context switching.

Batch Task Control in Cursor

Handling multiple jobs at once? The MCP Server supports bulk actions. You can initiate a group of tasks with `create_batch`, and then check the aggregate results using `get_batch_results`. This means your code stays focused on development, while the AI handles complex background coordination.

Setup guide

Set up Trigger.dev (Background Tasks & Jobs) 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 Trigger.dev (Background Tasks & Jobs) 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 Trigger.dev (Background Tasks & Jobs) transactions." If the MCP tools are loaded correctly, Cursor will call the Trigger.dev (Background Tasks & Jobs) tools automatically. You can also check Settings → MCP for a green status indicator.

.cursor/mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "triggerdev-background-tasks-jobs-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Trigger.dev (Background Tasks & Jobs) MCP in Cursor

You ask the agent to run `list_schedules`. It pulls the current job configuration and injects it as a code snippet, so you can copy and paste it right away.

Yes. The agent lets you call `create_env_var` or `update_env_var`. You see the changes reflected immediately, making sure your code uses the latest config.

The agent can execute `cancel_run` and report back confirmation. This means you stop runaway jobs without ever leaving the code context.

You've got full control: `trigger_task`, batch management, schedule creation (`create_schedule`), and environment variable lifecycle tools.

The server deals with job metadata, including task identifiers, run status details, schedule definitions, and environment key-value pairs.

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