How to Use the Upstream Lens MCP in Cursor

Q: How do I get started with Upstream Lens in Cursor?

You create a .cursor/mcp.json file and add the server details there, defining either the command or the remote URL. Then, you enable agent mode to let the AI call the tools.

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Generate code based on project lists.

Need to write a loop that checks every active site? Use `list_projects` to get the array of environmental projects. You can then inject this live data directly into your function's context. This lets you build working code using real API responses, not just mock stubs.

Incorporate property imagery layers.

When building a dashboard component, use `list_property_imagery` to see what layers are available for a specific property. This tells your agent exactly what data endpoints you need. Pairing this with `get_property_details` gives you the full context for rendering that imagery.

Validate project performance metrics.

If you're writing code to validate well performance, run `list_project_observations`. This tool provides detailed records of what happened on site. The agent can then use this data to build validation logic or error-checking routines.

Setup guide

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

.cursor/mcp.json

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

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Common questions about Upstream Lens MCP in Cursor

You create a `.cursor/mcp.json` file and add the server details there, defining either the command or the remote URL. Then, you enable agent mode to let the AI call the tools.

Absolutely. The unique power is that the AI calls the MCP tools and injects live results directly into your code as you're writing it, making sure your functions work.

The server handles production data analytics, well performance tracking, and field reporting tools. You get structured text that lets you build reliable code.

Yes. The MCP Server is hosted on Vinkius, which manages the endpoint token and ensures access for your coding session.

It touches operational project data—specific property features, observation logs, portfolio lists, and organizational metadata. These are all text-based inputs for your code.

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