Cursor MCP Monitor
by willibrandon
Cursor MCP Monitor is a .NET console application designed to monitor Model Context Protocol (MCP) interactions within the Cursor AI editor. It aids developers in debugging and analyzing MCP server-client communications by providing real-time log monitoring.
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What is Cursor MCP Monitor?
The Cursor MCP Monitor is a tool that monitors Model Context Protocol (MCP) interactions in the Cursor AI editor. It helps developers debug and analyze MCP server-client communications by monitoring log files in real-time, providing insights into client creation, server offerings, protocol errors, and more.
How to use Cursor MCP Monitor?
To use the Cursor MCP Monitor, first install it globally using the .NET CLI. Then, run the cursor-mcp command from anywhere. Configure the application through appsettings.json or command-line options to specify the logs directory, polling interval, log pattern, verbosity, and filters. The application also provides a web-based dashboard accessible at http://localhost:5050 for monitoring and analysis.
Key features of Cursor MCP Monitor
Real-time monitoring of MCP client-server interactions
Color-coded message types for easy identification
Cross-platform support (Windows, macOS, Linux)
Configurable polling interval and log file patterns
Interactive web dashboard with WebSocket support
Use cases of Cursor MCP Monitor
Debug MCP server implementations by monitoring client-server interactions
Analyze protocol messages and error patterns
Track client lifecycle and connection states
Monitor server capabilities and offerings
Verify correct protocol implementation
FAQ from Cursor MCP Monitor
What is MCP?
What is MCP?
The Model Context Protocol (MCP) is an open protocol that standardizes how applications provide context to LLMs. It follows a client-server architecture.
How do I install the Cursor MCP Monitor?
How do I install the Cursor MCP Monitor?
You can install it globally using the .NET CLI with the command dotnet tool install --global CursorMCPMonitor.
How do I configure the application?
How do I configure the application?
The application can be configured through appsettings.json, environment variables, or command-line options.
Where are the logs stored?
Where are the logs stored?
Log files are stored in the application's logs directory with daily rotation.
How do I access the interactive dashboard?
How do I access the interactive dashboard?
The dashboard is accessible at http://localhost:5050 when the application is running.