How to Use the ArcXP MCP in VS Code Copilot

Q: How does our team share the ArcXP configuration in VS Code Copilot?

You save the server settings in .vscode/mcp.json and commit it to Git. This automatically configures the tools for every developer on your team using VS Code Copilot.

Q: Can I search ArcXP media libraries from VS Code Copilot?

Yes, you run the searchphotoassets tool within your VS Code Copilot chat window. It returns the matching image metadata from your ArcXP Media Library.

Q: How do we modify live ArcXP content inside VS Code Copilot?

You execute the updateanscontent tool to push revised ANS JSON payloads. This updates your production or staging CMS assets directly from the editor.

Q: Is there a way to delete test assets via Copilot?

Yes, the deleteanscontent tool removes specified assets from your CMS. Because this operation is irreversible, Copilot requires explicit confirmation before executing.

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Team-wide ANS Schema Access in VS Code Copilot

The `get_ans_content` tool fetches raw Arc Native Schema JSON directly into your VS Code Copilot chat. By committing the server config to your repo, every developer on your team instantly gains access to this tool. Your team uses these live payloads to debug custom rendering pipelines without leaving the editor. Copilot analyzes the exact JSON structure to help you build reliable components.

Fast Media Asset Inspections via VS Code Copilot

The `get_photo_asset` tool retrieves complete image metadata from your ArcXP Media Library directly inside VS Code Copilot. You inspect image dimensions, focal points, and crops without opening the ArcXP web console. Developers use `get_video_asset` alongside this to verify video feed configurations. This speeds up front-end debugging by putting asset schemas right next to your active workspace.

Direct Author Profile Lookups using this MCP Server

The `list_content_authors` tool displays your active ArcXP writer directory inside VS Code Copilot using this MCP Server. You check author IDs and metadata when debugging custom author pages or attribution bugs. If you need a specific profile, the `get_content_author` tool fetches that single record instantly. This keeps your development focus inside VS Code instead of forcing browser context switches.

Setup guide

Set up ArcXP MCP in VS Code Copilot

Prerequisites

VS Code 1.99 or later with GitHub Copilot extension
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open MCP configuration

Open the Command Palette (Cmd+Shift+P / Ctrl+Shift+P) and run "MCP: Add Server". Select HTTP (Streamable) as the server type. VS Code will create .vscode/mcp.json in your workspace.
2

Add the ArcXP MCP

Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into your .vscode/mcp.json. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Switch to Agent mode

Open Copilot Chat (Cmd+Shift+I / Ctrl+Shift+I) and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode — they do not appear in Edit or Ask modes.
4

Verify the connection

In the Copilot Chat input, type # to list available tools. You should see the ArcXP tools listed. Try asking: "List my recent ArcXP transactions" and Copilot will invoke them automatically.

.vscode/mcp.json

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

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Common questions about ArcXP MCP in VS Code Copilot

You save the server settings in `.vscode/mcp.json` and commit it to Git. This automatically configures the tools for every developer on your team using VS Code Copilot.

Yes, you run the `search_photo_assets` tool within your VS Code Copilot chat window. It returns the matching image metadata from your ArcXP Media Library.

You execute the `update_ans_content` tool to push revised ANS JSON payloads. This updates your production or staging CMS assets directly from the editor.

Yes, the `delete_ans_content` tool removes specified assets from your CMS. Because this operation is irreversible, Copilot requires explicit confirmation before executing.

Your ANS JSON content and author records pass through an encrypted connection managed by Vinkius. The server runs in an isolated, zero-trust sandbox, preventing any local data leaks.

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