# Urlbox MCP for AI Agents AI Agent Connect > Urlbox lets your AI client take high-fidelity screenshots of any website. It handles full-page captures, mobile views, retina-ready images, and PDF conversions. Use it to audit designs, archive web content, or verify responsive layouts without leaving your chat interface. ## Overview - **Category:** developer-tools - **Price:** Free - **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_ox8huNrvCsVrCwJLtvZKluE4tZ0EPlKgb8cFI9vB/ai-agent-connect - **Tags:** screenshot-api, pdf-generation, web-rendering, html-to-image, automation, headless-browser ## Description Urlbox lets you turn visual website auditing into a simple conversation. If you're tired of switching tabs to check how a layout looks on a phone or struggling to capture a full page without it cutting off, this Connector changes that. You can tell your agent to grab a high-resolution retina shot for a design review or ask for a mobile-optimized view to check responsiveness instantly. It even handles full-page captures and converts live sites into professional PDF documents for easy sharing. It removes the friction of manual browser navigation and provides high-fidelity visual records that stay accurate. You'll find this in the Vinkius catalog as a core tool for anyone who needs to see the web exactly as it appears, without the manual clicking. ## Tools ### get_account_info Get account profile ### list_proxies List available proxies ### get_render_status Check render status ### get_credit_usage Get usage stats ### list_storage_buckets List storage buckets ### list_webhooks List active webhooks ### render_async Result is sent to webhook. Render URL (Async) ### render_html Render raw HTML ### capture_pdf Convert URL to PDF ### capture_png Capture PNG screenshot ### render_selector Render specific element ### render_sync Render URL (Sync) ## Prompt Examples **Prompt:** ``` Show me what the homepage of https://example.com looks like on an iPhone. ``` **Response:** ``` ### Mobile View Render I've captured the mobile layout for you. **Preview Link:** [View Mobile Screenshot](https://example.com/mobile_capture_link) **Details:** - **User Agent:** iPhone / Mobile - **Status:** Success - **Resolution:** Optimized for mobile Would you like me to grab a high-resolution retina version or a full-page capture as well? ``` **Prompt:** ``` I need a PDF version of this article: https://news.com/article1. ``` **Response:** ``` ### PDF Conversion I've converted that page into a professional PDF for you. **Download Link:** [Download Article PDF](https://example.com/article1_capture.pdf) **Summary:** - **Source:** news.com/article1 - **Format:** PDF Let me know if you need any other pages saved! ``` **Prompt:** ``` Take a high-res screenshot of the checkout page. ``` **Response:** ``` ### Retina Capture I've rendered the high-resolution retina screenshot of the checkout page. **Preview Link:** [View Retina Screenshot](https://example.com/checkout_retina_link) **Details:** - **Quality:** High-Density / Retina - **Context:** Checkout Flow Would you like me to capture the mobile version too? ``` ## Capabilities ### Capture full-page website screenshots Get a complete view of a webpage from the header to the footer in one image. ### Generate mobile-specific layouts Render a website using a mobile user agent to see how it looks on a phone. ### Create high-resolution retina images Retrieve high-density screenshots for professional design and QA audits. ### Convert web pages into PDF documents Turn a live URL into a professional PDF for offline storage or sharing. ### Grab direct image links for any URL Get a standard PNG screenshot of a site instantly to verify its current state. ### Fetch site metadata for context Retrieve basic metadata to help your agent understand the site before acting. ## Use Cases ### Mobile QA Testing A QA engineer asks the agent to check a landing page on a mobile device to verify the layout doesn't break on smaller screens. ### High-Res Design Audit A design director wants to compare a competitor's desktop view and asks for a retina screenshot to see the fine details. ### Content Archiving A marketer needs to save a live promotional page as a PDF so the legal team can review it offline without a live link. ### Rapid Visual Verification A developer wants to see a quick preview of a new URL and asks for a standard screenshot to check the primary header. ## Benefits - Stop manual screenshotting. Use take_screenshot to get images instantly without switching tabs or resizing windows. - Verify mobile responsiveness. Use take_mobile_screenshot to see how your site looks on phones without needing a physical device. - Archive content perfectly. Use generate_pdf to save a complete web page as a shareable document in seconds. - Audit designs with clarity. Use take_retina_screenshot for high-resolution captures that stay sharp on any screen. - Capture complete pages. Use take_full_page_screenshot to ensure you get every section of a site in one single file. ## How It Works The bottom line is you get high-fidelity visual records without ever opening a browser. 1. Connect your Urlbox API key to the Connector in your preferred client. 2. Ask your agent to perform a task, like taking a mobile screenshot of a URL. 3. Receive a direct link to the high-fidelity image or a PDF download. ## Frequently Asked Questions **Can Urlbox take screenshots of websites with a lot of scrolling?** Yes, you can use the full-page capture tool to get the entire site from top to bottom in a single image. **How do I get a mobile view of a site using Urlbox?** Just ask your agent to use the mobile user agent. It will render the site exactly as it appears on a smartphone. **Can I save a website as a PDF with Urlbox?** Yes, you can convert any live URL into a professional PDF document for easy sharing or offline storage. **Will the screenshots look clear on high-resolution displays?** Yes, you can use the retina capture tool to get high-density images that stay sharp on 4K and other high-resolution screens. **Is Urlbox good for checking responsive design?** It's perfect for that. You can quickly swap between desktop and mobile views to verify that your layouts don't break. **Can I get a direct link to the image?** Yes, your agent will provide a direct link to the image or PDF as soon as the rendering is finished. **Is Urlbox good for design audits?** Yes, it's built for visual QA, allowing you to see every pixel clearly for professional design reviews. **How do I find my Urlbox API Key?** Log in to your [**Urlbox dashboard**](https://urlbox.io/dashboard), and you will find your API Key on the main page. Copy and paste it below. **Can the agent take screenshots for mobile devices?** Yes. Use the `take_mobile_screenshot` tool. Your agent will render the website using a mobile user agent to verify how it looks on smartphones. **Does it support high-resolution (Retina) images?** Yes. The `take_retina_screenshot` tool enables 2x scaling to provide high-density images suitable for high-resolution displays. **Can I capture only a specific part of a webpage?** Yes! Use the `render_selector` tool. Provide the URL and the CSS selector (e.g., #my-chart) to capture only that specific element instead of the whole page. **How do I see how many credits I have left?** Run the `get_credit_usage` query. Your agent will retrieve your current credit balance and monthly rendering metrics directly from Urlbox. **Can this tool convert a URL directly to PDF?** Absolutely. Use the `capture_pdf` tool by providing the URL. You can also specify an optional page size like 'A4' or 'Letter'.