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GRID MCP Server

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An MCP server for using GRID API directly from Claude for Desktop

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Overview

GRID MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol server that allows users to interact with the GRID API directly from Claude for Desktop, enabling seamless integration of spreadsheet functionalities.

To use the GRID MCP Server, you need to install Claude for Desktop, Node.js, and Git. After cloning the repository, you must configure Claude's app settings to include the MCP server and provide your GRID API key.

  • Direct integration with GRID API for spreadsheet operations. - Supports commands to query and manipulate spreadsheet data. - Easy setup and configuration for users of Claude for Desktop.
  1. Automating spreadsheet calculations through voice commands in Claude.
  2. Querying data from spreadsheets using natural language.
  3. Enhancing productivity by integrating spreadsheet functionalities into desktop applications.

Add to your AI client

Use these steps to connect GRID MCP Server in Cursor, Claude, VS Code, and other MCP-compatible apps. The same JSON appears in the Use with menu above for one-click copy.

Cursor

Add this to your .cursor/mcp.json file in your project root, then restart Cursor.

.cursor/mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "claude-mcp-grid-is": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@modelcontextprotocol/server-claude-mcp-grid-is"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Claude Desktop

Add this server entry to the mcpServers object in your Claude Desktop config, then restart the app.

~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json (macOS) or %APPDATA%\Claude\claude_desktop_config.json (Windows)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "claude-mcp-grid-is": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@modelcontextprotocol/server-claude-mcp-grid-is"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Claude Code

Add this to your project's .mcp.json file. Claude Code will detect it automatically.

.mcp.json (project root)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "claude-mcp-grid-is": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@modelcontextprotocol/server-claude-mcp-grid-is"
      ]
    }
  }
}

VS Code (Copilot)

Add this to your .vscode/mcp.json file. Requires the GitHub Copilot extension with MCP support enabled.

.vscode/mcp.json

{
  "servers": {
    "claude-mcp-grid-is": {
      "type": "stdio",
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@modelcontextprotocol/server-claude-mcp-grid-is"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Windsurf

Add this to your Windsurf MCP config file, then restart Windsurf.

~/.codeium/windsurf/mcp_config.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "claude-mcp-grid-is": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@modelcontextprotocol/server-claude-mcp-grid-is"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Cline

Open Cline settings, navigate to MCP Servers, and add this server configuration.

Cline MCP Settings (via UI)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "claude-mcp-grid-is": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@modelcontextprotocol/server-claude-mcp-grid-is"
      ]
    }
  }
}

FAQ

What are the prerequisites to run the server?

You need to install Claude for Desktop, Node.js, and Git, and sign up for GRID to obtain an API key.

Can I use this server on Windows?

Yes, the server can be configured and used on both MacOS and Windows.

Is there support for debugging?

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