How to Use the api.video MCP in Cline

Q: How does Cline access api.video metadata?

The agent uses getvideodetails to pull specific metadata for any video ID you provide. It reads the response and summarizes the information for your current task.

Q: Does Cline support api.video chapter listing?

Yes, you can trigger listvideochapters to see the breakdown of your video content. Cline will show you the exact timing for each chapter found.

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Cline handles your video lifecycle

You tell Cline to deploy a new video, and it manages the `create_video_object` call for you. It handles the request and confirms once the object is ready for streaming. This means you spend less time manually configuring your video backend. The agent takes your instructions and applies them directly to your account infrastructure.

Real-time analytics inside Cline

Stop digging through web portals to find performance data. Cline uses `get_video_analytics` to bring those numbers directly into your VS Code sidebar. Once you have the data, you can ask the agent to adjust your titles or descriptions. It fires `update_video_details` to save your changes instantly.

Manage assets with Cline

Listing your content is simple when you use `list_videos` through the agent. You can filter by title or tag to find exactly what you need in seconds. If you need to clear out old test files, Cline executes `delete_video` to remove them. It keeps your remote storage clean without manual intervention.

Setup guide

Set up api.video MCP in Cline

Prerequisites

VS Code with Cline extension installed
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open Cline MCP settings

Click the Cline icon in the VS Code sidebar to open the Cline panel. Then click the MCP Servers icon (server stack) at the top-right corner of the panel.
2

Add a remote server

Click "Remote Servers" at the top, then click "Add Remote MCP". In the Name field, type apivideo-mcp. In the URL field, paste your Vinkius endpoint: https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp. Get your token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Enable the server

After saving, the server appears in the Cline MCP panel. Toggle the switch to enable it. The status indicator turns green when the connection is live.
4

Start using tools

Return to the Cline chat and ask: "Check my latest api.video refund status." Cline will discover the available tools and request your approval before invoking each one — giving you full control over every action.

Cline MCP Settings

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "apivideo-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about api.video MCP in Cline

Navigate to the MCP Servers icon in your Cline sidebar. You can grab the server URL from the Vinkius dashboard and add it via the Remote Servers tab for a quick connection.

You can list every custom theme you have saved. Cline calls `list_player_themes` and displays the results so you can choose the right look for your player.

The agent uses `get_video_details` to pull specific metadata for any video ID you provide. It reads the response and summarizes the information for your current task.

All your video object IDs and metadata are handled over an encrypted transport. Vinkius ensures your credentials stay isolated, so only your agent can access your account records.

Yes, you can trigger `list_video_chapters` to see the breakdown of your video content. Cline will show you the exact timing for each chapter found.

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