Build a Zapier AI-driven cursor proxy to read, search and send Gmail messages using a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server

In this tutorial, we will learn how to build a responsive email proxy directly on the cursor with Zapier AI leverages the capabilities of the Model Context Protocol (MCP) without complex coding. We will browse MCP connectors to bridge cursors and Zapier AI, connect your Gmail account, define the intent to read, search and send messages, and train agents to identify and act through the unified interface of MCP. By the end of this guide, you will have a fully-featured MCP-enabled cursor AI proxy that automatically drafts replies on your behalf, gets important threads and schedules emails, simplifying your day-to-day communications so you can focus on what really matters.

Step 1: Download and install the cursor application on your desktop.

Step 2: Create a Zapier account and search for “Connect MCP” on the cursor. The first link will take you to the section shown in the image below. Copy the code in the summary because we will use it on the cursor to connect Zapier to the cursor.

Step 3: Go to the left pane on the cursor and click MCP.

Step 4: Then, click Add New Global MCP Server.

Step 5: Add copied code from the Zapier site and save the file.

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "Zapier MCP": {
      "url": "Add your URL here"
    }
  }
}

Code Sample

Step 6: Now, go to my Actions on Zapier’s Actions page and click on MCP’s Edit Actions.

Step 7: Add what you want the MCP server to do here.

Step 8: Select options from the drop-down menu to add actions and provide permissions to those actions by accessing your Google account.

Step 9: Refresh your MCP server on the cursor to see the additions on Zapier that the agent can perform.

Step 10: Finally, type the cursor in the chat, no matter what you want the MCP server to do from the added action. In our case, we sent an email.

In short, by integrating MCP into your Zapier AI and cursor settings, you have created an email proxy that speaks the same protocol language on all services, ensuring reliable, scalable automation. With your MCP driver proxy, you will enjoy greater efficiency, faster response time and seamless communication without having to raise your fingers. Continue to refine your MCP triggers and Zapier workflow to suit evolving needs and note that your email management has become smarter, more consistent, and totally disappointed.

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