# ScreenshotAPI MCP for AI Agents AI Agent Connect > ScreenshotAPI lets you take full-page website screenshots programmatically. It handles custom viewport sizes, lazy-loading, and device emulation like iPhone or Android. You can also generate PDFs, block ads, and inject custom CSS to get the exact visual output you need without manual browser work. ## Overview - **Category:** industry-titans - **Price:** Free - **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_GWqUFH6zTMRiDzjnZPhdmaUlfQKE6a7hs5vFXhdR/ai-agent-connect - **Tags:** screenshotapi, website-screenshot, pdf-generation, mobile-emulation, visual-qa, full-page-capture, ad-blocking, rendering-api, mcp ## Description Imagine you're trying to get a clean shot of a competitor's landing page, but the cookie banners and ads keep getting in the way. Usually, you'd have to open a browser, use a specific extension, and try to find the right zoom level. With this Connector, you just tell your agent what you want. It handles the heavy lifting by grabbing the URL, stripping out the junk, and giving you a clean image link or a PDF. It's built for people who need consistent visual data, whether you're checking if a site looks right on a mobile screen or just need a quick snapshot of a new feature. Since Vinkius makes it easy to connect these types of tools, you can move from a verbal request to a finished file in seconds. You're basically giving your agent eyes to see the web exactly how you do, but much faster. ## Tools ### capture_full_length_screenshot Grabs the entire webpage from top to bottom. It handles the scrolling for you so nothing gets cut off. ### capture_mobile_view_screenshot Sets the viewport to a mobile resolution. You can see exactly how the site stacks on a phone. ### convert_webpage_to_pdf Turns a live URL into a downloadable PDF. This is great for saving reports or long-form articles. ### capture_specific_element Targets a single CSS element for a screenshot. It's the best way to grab just a button or a specific card. ### capture_website_screenshot Takes a standard screenshot of any URL and returns a hosted link. This is your go-to for basic visual captures. ### capture_webp_format_screenshot Saves the final image in WebP format. This keeps file sizes small without sacrificing too much quality. ### check_api_health Verifies that the service is running correctly. Use this to ensure your connection is active. ### get_api_quota_info Shows your current account usage. It helps you keep track of how many captures you have left. ### capture_clean_screenshot_no_ads Takes a screenshot while automatically stripping out ads and cookie banners. This ensures you get a clean view of the actual content. ### capture_dark_mode_screenshot Renders the webpage in dark mode. It's perfect for testing how your site looks in low-light themes. ### capture_delayed_screenshot Waits a few seconds before taking a shot. This is essential for websites that use lazy-loading for images. ### capture_new_screenshot_no_cache Forces the tool to bypass the cache. Use this when you need to see a live update that hasn't refreshed yet. ## Prompt Examples **Prompt:** ``` Take a clean mobile screenshot of the Apple homepage (https://www.apple.com) without any cookie banners or ads. ``` **Response:** ``` I've captured a clean mobile view of the Apple homepage for you. All cookie banners and ads were blocked during the process. You can view the image here: https://screenshotapi.net/storage/apple-mobile-clean.png ``` **Prompt:** ``` Capture a full-length screenshot of the Stripe pricing page (https://stripe.com/pricing) to check their new tier layout. ``` **Response:** ``` I've finished capturing the full length of the Stripe pricing page. I scrolled through the entire page to ensure every section was included. Here is the high-resolution image: https://screenshotapi.net/storage/stripe-pricing-full.png ``` **Prompt:** ``` Generate a professional PDF export of the latest Y Combinator blog post at https://blog.ycombinator.com/yc-top-companies-2024. ``` **Response:** ``` I've converted that Y Combinator blog post into a high-quality PDF for you. The formatting and layout were preserved. You can download the file here: https://screenshotapi.net/storage/yc-top-companies-2024.pdf ``` ## Capabilities ### Capture clean screenshots without ads The tool strips out cookie banners and ads so you get a clean view of the content. ### Render webpages in dark mode You can request a dark mode version of any site to check your styles. ### Wait for lazy-loaded content It holds off on the capture until images and elements have time to load. ### Generate full-page PDF documents Turn any live URL into a high-quality PDF file for easy sharing. ### Simulate mobile device viewports See exactly how your site stacks on an iPhone or Android screen. ### Capture specific CSS elements Grab a snapshot of just one button or card instead of the whole page. ### Bypass browser cache Force a fresh render of a page to see live updates immediately. ## Use Cases ### Competitor Analysis A marketing manager asks the agent to grab clean mobile shots of three competitor landing pages to compare layouts. ### Regression Testing A QA engineer asks the agent to take screenshots of a specific login button across three different screen sizes to check for alignment. ### Content Archiving A blogger asks the agent to convert a 20-page long article into a PDF for a newsletter. ### Design Review A designer asks the agent to show them what a specific hero section looks like in dark mode using capture_dark_mode_screenshot. ## Benefits - Stop wasting time on manual screenshots. Use capture_full_length_screenshot to grab entire pages instantly without scrolling. - Get cleaner visuals for your reports. capture_clean_screenshot_no_ads removes those annoying popups and banners automatically. - Test responsive designs faster. Use capture_mobile_view_screenshot to see how your site looks on various phones in one go. - Create high-quality assets quickly. convert_webpage_to_pdf lets you turn any web content into a shareable document immediately. - Handle dynamic content reliably. capture_delayed_screenshot ensures that images and elements have time to load before the shot is taken. ## How It Works The bottom line is you get accurate web visuals without ever opening a browser tab. 1. Connect your ScreenshotAPI.net token in your preferred client. 2. Give your agent a URL and specific rendering instructions like dark mode or mobile view. 3. Get a hosted image link or a PDF file back instantly. ## Frequently Asked Questions **What can I do with ScreenshotAPI?** You can use it to take full-page screenshots, convert websites to PDFs, and simulate different devices like phones. It's great for getting clean visuals without ads or popups. **Can ScreenshotAPI handle lazy-loaded images?** Yes, it can. By using a delay, the tool waits for elements to load before taking the shot, ensuring your images aren't blank. **How do I get screenshots without ads?** The tool automatically blocks cookies and banners, so you get a clean view of the site content every time you ask your agent to capture a URL. **Can I see how my site looks in dark mode?** Yes, you can specifically request a dark mode capture to see how your styles react to different themes. **Does ScreenshotAPI work for mobile layouts?** It can simulate various mobile viewports, letting you see exactly how your site stacks on different phone screens. **Can I grab just one part of a website?** Yes, you can target specific CSS elements to get a close-up shot of a single button, card, or section. **Can my AI automatically generate a PDF from a website URL?** Yes! Use the `capture_pdf` tool. Provide the URL, and your agent will return a professional PDF document of the web page instantly. **How do I take a screenshot specifically for mobile viewports?** Simply ask the agent to run the `capture_mobile` action. It will automatically configure the viewport to 375x812 pixels to simulate a modern smartphone screen. **How do I find my ScreenshotAPI.net Token?** Log in to your ScreenshotAPI.net dashboard, and you will find your unique Token in the **API Key** section of your account settings.