How to Use the TextGrid MCP in CrewAI

Q: Does TextGrid support MMS/SMS messaging with CrewAI?

Absolutely. The core tools like sendsmsmessage handle both SMS and MMS, allowing your crew to manage diverse communication types automatically as part of its workflow.

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Delegated Communication Tasks via MCP Server

You can assign different agents distinct roles. For example, Agent A uses `search_available_numbers` to find a new number, and Agent B then runs that number through the `send_sms_message` tool. CrewAI's shared memory means Agent B knows exactly what Agent A found, allowing specialized collaboration without passing variables manually.

Analyzing History with TextGrid for CrewAI

Need a status report? Assign an 'Analyst Agent' to run `list_sms_messages` and another agent to use `get_message_details`. The crew then compiles this history into a single, coherent summary. This role-based specialization lets you tackle complex data retrieval tasks that require multiple API calls.

Monitoring Voice Calls with TextGrid

You can set up a 'Monitor Agent' to periodically call `list_voice_calls`. This agent watches for patterns or failures, while a separate 'Action Agent' uses `initiate_voice_call` when the monitoring criteria are met. This hierarchical execution model builds fully autonomous operations that require no human intervention.

Setup guide

Set up TextGrid MCP in CrewAI

Prerequisites

Python 3.10+ installed
crewai package (pip install crewai)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Install CrewAI
Run pip install crewai to install the framework. MCP support is built-in via the mcps parameter.
2

Add the MCP URL to your agent
Pass your Vinkius endpoint directly to the mcps list. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. CrewAI handles tool discovery and caching automatically.
3

Kick off your crew
Create a Crew with your agent and tasks. Call crew.kickoff() — the agent will automatically invoke TextGrid tools as needed.

crew.py

from crewai import Agent, Task, Crew

agent = Agent(
    role="TextGrid Analyst",
    goal="Access and analyze TextGrid data via MCP.",
    backstory="Expert analyst with direct TextGrid access.",
    mcps=[
        "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    ],
)

task = Task(
    description="List recent TextGrid transactions",
    agent=agent,
    expected_output="A summary of recent activity",
)

crew = Crew(agents=[agent], tasks=[task])
result = crew.kickoff()
print(result)

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Prerequisites

Python 3.10+ installed
crewai + crewai-tools packages
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Install dependencies
Run pip install crewai crewai-tools. The MCPServerAdapter handles lifecycle management and tool conversion.
2

Connect with MCPServerAdapter
Use MCPServerAdapter as a context manager with SseServerParameters pointing to your Vinkius endpoint. The adapter automatically manages connection lifecycle.
3

Assign tools and run
Pass the returned mcp_tools to your agent's tools parameter. The adapter converts MCP tools to native BaseTool objects compatible with all CrewAI agents.

crew.py

from crewai import Agent, Task, Crew
from crewai_tools import MCPServerAdapter
from mcp import SseServerParameters

server_params = SseServerParameters(
    url="https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
)

with MCPServerAdapter(server_params) as mcp_tools:
    agent = Agent(
        role="TextGrid Analyst",
        goal="Access and analyze TextGrid data via MCP.",
        backstory="Expert analyst with direct TextGrid access.",
        tools=mcp_tools,
    )

    task = Task(
        description="List recent TextGrid transactions",
        agent=agent,
        expected_output="A summary of recent activity",
    )

    crew = Crew(agents=[agent], tasks=[task])
    result = crew.kickoff()
    print(result)

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Common questions about TextGrid MCP in CrewAI

The MCP Server provides the necessary tools for agents to act. Agents can call `get_message_details` or `list_api_keys`, and the framework shares this output across the entire crew, making coordination straightforward.

For advanced setups, you should use the tool filter within MCPServerHTTP. This lets your CrewAI define exactly which tools—like `list_voice_calls` or `get_usage_statistics`—are available to specific agents.

Yes. The crew can assign an 'Auditor Agent' dedicated solely to calling `get_usage_statistics`. This ensures that all operations are logged and accounted for by the autonomous team.

Absolutely. The core tools like `send_sms_message` handle both SMS and MMS, allowing your crew to manage diverse communication types automatically as part of its workflow.

This MCP Server touches message content (SMS/MMS), voice call history, and usage statistics. These are the specific data points that autonomous agents will retrieve and analyze.

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