How to Use the Design Pickle MCP in VS Code Copilot
Manage your Design Pickle workflow directly from VS Code Copilot.
Works with every AI agent you already use
…and any MCP-compatible client
Connect Design Pickle MCP to VS Code Copilot
Create your Vinkius account to connect Design Pickle to VS Code Copilot and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.
Check Design Pickle status in VS Code Copilot
Use `get_design_request_details` to pull info on a specific ticket. The agent brings the status into the chat pane. It works for your entire team. Everyone on the project sees the same data when they use the tools.
Organize Design Pickle brands in VS Code Copilot
Run `list_brand_profiles` to ensure your team is using the right brand info. The agent keeps these details ready for your code. This keeps your branding consistent across all your development tasks. No more guessing which profile to use.
Track Design Pickle queues in VS Code Copilot
Call `get_production_queue_status` to see the current workload. Your team stays informed on the status of every request. You can see if a design is pending or finished without leaving the editor. It keeps your development cycle moving.
Set up Design Pickle 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.jsonin your workspace. - 2
Add the Design Pickle 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 Design Pickle tools listed. Try asking: "List my recent Design Pickle transactions" and Copilot will invoke them automatically.
{
"mcpServers": {
"design-pickle-mcp": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
}
}
}Independent Platform Disclaimer: Vinkius is an independent platform and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, verified by, or otherwise authorized by Design Pickle. All third-party trademarks, logos, and brand names are the property of their respective owners. Their use on this website is strictly for informational purposes to identify service compatibility and interoperability.
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