Send emails from a prompt with Zapier MCP

Zapier MCP is a platform that allows AI assistants to perform tasks beyond answering questions, such as sending emails and scheduling meetings, by integrating with over 8,000 apps. Users can set up a Zapier MCP server with platforms like Cursor, Claude, or ChatGPT to train their AI assistants to perform specific actions like sending emails. The setup involves creating a new MCP server, configuring it with Cursor, enabling the desired action (e.g., Gmail: Send Email), and then prompting the AI to execute the task. For those not inclined to work with developer tools, Zapier offers a user-friendly alternative called Zapier Agents, which provides a straightforward interface for automating tasks without requiring any coding. The article, originally published in April 2025 and updated in November 2025, also suggests related readings on automating Google Sheets and enhancing AI literacy among teams.