How to Use the TextGrid MCP in Cursor

Q: How do I check message details using TextGrid and Cursor?

Use getmessagedetails to pull specific metadata for any given message. This gives you the raw data needed, like timestamps or recipient IDs, which is perfect for writing precise code logic.

Q: Can I list SMS messages using TextGrid and Cursor?

Absolutely. Running listsmsmessages fetches all sent and received records, letting you build out the full history view in your editor's live output window.

Q: What about voice call logging with TextGrid and Cursor?

You can use listvoicecalls. This tool provides a historical record of every initiated call, letting you write code that handles both success cases and failed connections.

Q: Where do I find account usage statistics using TextGrid and Cursor?

The getusagestatistics method is your go-to. It returns the cost records, which you can immediately use in your code to calculate projected expenditure.

Q: Does this MCP Server support checking API health using TextGrid and Cursor?

Yes. Call checkapihealth to verify the status of the TextGrid API before running any critical code path. It's a zero-cost way to ensure your integration is ready.

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Process message history.

To build a chat feature, your AI client can run `list_sms_messages` to pull the thread history. This data gets injected directly into your active code block for context. It also lets you use `get_message_details`, pulling specific metadata for one message so you can test complex parsing logic.

Start and log voice calls.

Need to simulate a call flow? Calling `initiate_voice_call` provides the necessary real API data. This allows your code to handle call setup, status updates, and potential failure modes. After testing, you can use `list_voice_calls` to check the history of calls that were simulated.

Audit usage metrics.

Before committing a feature, run `get_usage_statistics`. This pulls real billing data into your coding context. Your agent can then use this JSON output to validate resource consumption. It's crucial for writing accurate cost-aware logic, avoiding guesswork when dealing with API limits.

Setup guide

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

.cursor/mcp.json

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

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Common questions about TextGrid MCP in Cursor

Use `get_message_details` to pull specific metadata for any given message. This gives you the raw data needed, like timestamps or recipient IDs, which is perfect for writing precise code logic.

Absolutely. Running `list_sms_messages` fetches all sent and received records, letting you build out the full history view in your editor's live output window.

You can use `list_voice_calls`. This tool provides a historical record of every initiated call, letting you write code that handles both success cases and failed connections.

The `get_usage_statistics` method is your go-to. It returns the cost records, which you can immediately use in your code to calculate projected expenditure.

Yes. Call `check_api_health` to verify the status of the TextGrid API before running any critical code path. It's a zero-cost way to ensure your integration is ready.

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