How to Use the TextGrid MCP in Claude

Q: How do I check the API health using TextGrid and Claude Desktop?

Just call checkapihealth. This verifies the entire TextGrid API status without spending any credits or impacting your account balance. It's a quick sanity check for your agent.

Q: Can I list my sent SMS messages using TextGrid and Claude Desktop?

Yes, use listsmsmessages. The tool pulls both received and sent records, letting you audit conversations right inside the chat interface. You'll see all the message IDs.

Q: What if I need to check account details using TextGrid and Claude Desktop?

The getaccountdetails tool gives you your full profile, including current balance and general billing information. It's a good first step before initiating any complex workflow.

Q: Does the MCP Server support voice calls using TextGrid and Claude Desktop?

It does. You can start a new call with initiatevoicecall. This allows your agent to manage voice interactions directly within the local environment, which is perfect for testing.

Q: Where can I find usage statistics using TextGrid and Claude Desktop?

You get a clear breakdown with getusagestatistics. This tool tracks your cost records and consumption data, helping you manage billing complexity in the local environment.

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Send SMS and MMS messages.

Use `send_sms_message` to send a new text or multimedia message globally. It handles the full lifecycle, from composing the content to confirming delivery. You can also run `list_active_phone_numbers` first so you know exactly which numbers your organization owns before sending anything out.

Check account health and balances.

When testing, always check the status first. Running `check_api_health` verifies TextGrid's current API status without spending credits. The `get_account_details` tool gives you your profile and balance immediately, so you never get surprised by unexpected costs.

Manage numbers for compliance.

Need to know where you're sending messages? Running `list_account_addresses` shows all registered addresses needed for local regulatory compliance. The platform lets your AI client search for new lines using `search_available_numbers`, making it easy to expand coverage.

Setup guide

Set up TextGrid MCP in Claude Web or Desktop

1

Open Claude Settings

Go to claude.ai, click your profile icon, then navigate to Customize → Connectors.
2

Add Custom Connector

Click the "+" button and select Add custom connector. Paste your Vinkius endpoint URL: https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. For OAuth-protected servers, expand Advanced settings to add credentials.
3

Start a conversation

Open a new chat. The TextGrid MCP tools are available immediately — no restart needed.

Endpoint URL

https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

No configuration file needed — paste the URL directly in the Claude web interface.

Available on Free (1 connector), Pro, Max, Team, and Enterprise plans.

Prerequisites

Claude Desktop installed (macOS or Windows)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open Claude Desktop Settings

Click the menu icon at the top-left corner, go to Settings → Developer → Edit Config. This opens claude_desktop_config.json in your default text editor.
2

Paste the TextGrid MCP configuration

Copy the JSON snippet on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Restart Claude Desktop

Close and reopen the application. Claude needs a full restart to load new MCPs — refreshing a conversation is not enough.
4

Verify the connection

Open a new conversation. Click the 🔌 icon at the bottom of the message input. You should see tools listed under textgrid-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about TextGrid MCP in Claude Desktop

Just call `check_api_health`. This verifies the entire TextGrid API status without spending any credits or impacting your account balance. It's a quick sanity check for your agent.

Yes, use `list_sms_messages`. The tool pulls both received and sent records, letting you audit conversations right inside the chat interface. You'll see all the message IDs.

The `get_account_details` tool gives you your full profile, including current balance and general billing information. It's a good first step before initiating any complex workflow.

It does. You can start a new call with `initiate_voice_call`. This allows your agent to manage voice interactions directly within the local environment, which is perfect for testing.

You get a clear breakdown with `get_usage_statistics`. This tool tracks your cost records and consumption data, helping you manage billing complexity in the local environment.

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