Things FAQs

Question 1

What is the Things MCP Server?

Accepted Answer

The Things MCP Server is a tool that enables AI assistants (like Claude Code, Claude Desktop, and Cursor IDE) to directly manage your tasks and projects within the Things.app on macOS using the Model Context Protocol (MCP).

Question 2

Is this tool exclusive to macOS?

Accepted Answer

Yes, as it directly integrates with and controls the Things.app, which is a macOS-exclusive application, this tool is designed for macOS users.

Question 3

Is an authorization token required for Things MCP Server?

Accepted Answer

Yes, to enable full functionality, especially for updating existing tasks, you'll need to obtain an authorization token from your Things.app preferences and configure it with your AI assistant.

Question 4

What tasks can AI assistants manage in Things.app?

Accepted Answer

AI assistants can perform a wide range of actions, including creating new tasks and projects, updating existing items, viewing your task database with detailed summaries, scheduling tasks for specific dates, and organizing with areas, tags, and deadlines.

Question 5

Which AI assistants are compatible with this integration?

Accepted Answer

This server is specifically designed for AI assistants that support the Model Context Protocol (MCP) and has been tested with Claude Code, Claude Desktop, and Cursor IDE.

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