Algorand + Windsurf Editor: Complete MCP Integration

Algorand is a MCP server that A comprehensive MCP server for tooling interactions (40+) and resource accessibility (60+) plus many useful prompts for interacting with the Algorand blockchain..

When integrated with Windsurf Editor, you can:

• Get account information and balance
• Create and sign Algorand transactions
• Create, configure, and transfer Algorand Standard Assets

This guide provides step-by-step instructions to set up Algorand in Windsurf Editor, including configuration, examples, and troubleshooting.

What You'll Achieve

After completing this setup:

• Algorand will be fully integrated and operational
• You can use Algorand tools directly in Windsurf Editor
• All Algorand capabilities will be available for your workflows
• Access to 6 different tools

Prerequisites

Before starting, ensure you have:

• Algorand testnet API endpoint
• Windsurf Editor installed and configured
• Compatible operating system (Desktop App)

Installation

Step 1: Install Algorand

Configuration

Step 2: Configure Windsurf Editor

1. Locate your configuration file:

   • Windows: %USERPROFILE%\.codeium\windsurf\mcp_config.json
   • macOS: ~/.codeium/windsurf/mcp_config.json
   • Linux: ~/.codeium/windsurf/mcp_config.json

2. Add server configuration:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "algorand": {
      "command": "algorand",
      "args": []
    }
  }
}

Note: If Algorand requires environment variables, add them to the server configuration:
"env": {
  "ALGORAND_TESTNET_API": "https://testnet-api.algonode.cloud",
        "ALGORAND_MAINNET_API": "https://mainnet-api.algonode.cloud",
        "ALGORAND_WALLET_MNEMONIC": "word1 word2 ... word25",
        "ALGORAND_INDEXER_API": "https://testnet-idx.algonode.cloud"
}

3. Restart Windsurf Editor

Completely quit and restart Windsurf Editor to load the new configuration.

Examples

Once configured, you can use Algorand in Windsurf Editor:

DeFi Portfolio Management

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Ask Windsurf Editor: "Check my LP positions and claim rewards"

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NFT and Asset Trading

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Ask Windsurf Editor: "Create NFT collection and list for sale"

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Governance Participation

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Ask Windsurf Editor: "Check governance proposals and cast votes"

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Testing Your Setup

1. Launch Windsurf Editor
2. Verify Algorand is available in the tools list
3. Test basic Algorand functionality

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Tools Not Appearing

Symptoms: Cascade does not see new tools, Hammer icon missing

Cause: Configuration syntax error or server failed to start.

Solution:

• Check the JSON configuration for syntax errors.
• Verify the command (e.g., npx, python) is in your system PATH.
• Check Windsurf logs for MCP connection errors.

Environment Variables

Symptoms: Authentication failed, Permission denied

Cause: Missing API keys in configuration.

Solution:

• Ensure env block is correctly defined inside the server config.
• Restart Windsurf after changing environment variables.

Algorand not appearing in Windsurf Editor

Symptoms: Server not listed, Tools not available

Cause: Configuration or installation issue

Solution:

• Verify configuration syntax
• Check Algorand installation
• Restart Windsurf Editor
• Check logs for error messages

Next Steps

Now that Algorand is integrated with Windsurf Editor:

• Explore all Algorand capabilities through Windsurf Editor
• Check out other MCP servers that work with Windsurf Editor
• Join the MCP community for tips and support
• Consider contributing to Algorand development

Need Help?

• Search for Algorand documentation
• Check the Windsurf Editor MCP guide
• Join the MCP community discussions