Command
nylas mcp install
Install MCP configuration for AI assistants (Claude, Cursor, VS Code).
Usage
nylas mcp install [--assistant cursor]Flags
| Flag | Description |
|---|---|
| --json | Output as JSON |
| --no-color | Disable color output |
| --verbose(-v) | Enable verbose output |
| --config | Custom config file path |
| --help(-h) | Show help for the command |
| --limit | Limit results (most list commands) |
| --yes(-y) | Skip confirmations |
| --assistant | Target assistant (claude-code, cursor, etc.) |
| --all | Install for all detected assistants |
Examples
Interactive setup
nylas mcp installCursor only
nylas mcp install --assistant cursorTroubleshooting
MCP not detected by assistant
Restart the assistant after install. Check config path for your assistant.
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Run nylas mcp install --help for full help output.