Dext MCP Server for Claude Code 10 tools — connect in under 2 minutes
Claude Code is Anthropic's agentic CLI for terminal-first development. Add Dext as an MCP server in one command and Claude Code will discover every tool at runtime — ideal for automation pipelines, CI/CD integration, and headless workflows via the Vinkius.
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# Your Vinkius token — get it at cloud.vinkius.com
claude mcp add dext --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
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About Dext MCP Server
Integrate Dext (formerly Receipt Bank), the leading bookkeeping and accounting automation platform, directly into your AI workflow. Manage your digital inbox of receipts and invoices, track supplier extraction data, and monitor accounting categories and client accounts using natural language.
Claude Code registers Dext as an MCP server in a single terminal command. Once connected, Claude Code discovers all 10 tools at runtime and can call them headlessly — ideal for CI/CD pipelines, cron jobs, and automated workflows where Dext data drives decisions without human intervention.
What you can do
- Inbox Oversight — List and retrieve detailed information for all items in your Dext inbox, including processing status.
- Data Extraction — Access granular technical metadata for extracted receipts, including tax details and supplier info.
- Client Management — List and review accounting clients and their integration settings in your partner account.
- Account Intelligence — Monitor connected bank accounts and accounting categories available for classification.
The Dext MCP Server exposes 10 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Claude Code in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.
How to Connect Dext to Claude Code via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the Dext MCP Server with Claude Code.
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
Add the MCP Server
Run the command above in your terminal
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
Start using Dext
Ask Claude: "Using Dext, show me..." — 10 tools are ready
Why Use Claude Code with the Dext MCP Server
Claude Code provides unique advantages when paired with Dext through the Model Context Protocol.
Single-command setup: `claude mcp add` registers the server instantly — no config files to edit or applications to restart
Terminal-native workflow means MCP tools integrate seamlessly into shell scripts, CI/CD pipelines, and automated DevOps tasks
Claude Code runs headlessly, enabling unattended batch processing using Dext tools in cron jobs or deployment scripts
Built by the same team that created the MCP protocol, ensuring first-class compatibility and the fastest adoption of new protocol features
Dext + Claude Code Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Claude Code combined with the Dext MCP Server delivers measurable value.
CI/CD integration: embed Dext tool calls in your deployment pipeline to validate configurations or fetch secrets before shipping
Headless batch processing: schedule Claude Code to query Dext nightly and generate reports without human intervention
Shell scripting: pipe Dext outputs into other CLI tools for data transformation, filtering, and aggregation
Infrastructure monitoring: run Claude Code in a cron job to query Dext status endpoints and alert on anomalies
Dext MCP Tools for Claude Code (10)
These 10 tools become available when you connect Dext to Claude Code via MCP:
get_account_metadata
Retrieve metadata and usage limits for your Dext account
get_item_details
Get detailed information for a specific inbox item
list_account_users
List all users with access to the current Dext account
list_accounting_categories
List the chart of accounts or categories available for classification
list_accounting_clients
List all clients associated with your Dext partner account
list_connected_bank_accounts
List all bank accounts configured for statement extraction
list_extracted_suppliers
List all suppliers automatically extracted from your documents
list_inbox_items
List all pending and processed items (receipts, invoices) in your Dext inbox
list_items_pending_review
Identify inbox items that are currently in the "Review" status
search_inbox_by_keyword
Search for receipts or invoices by supplier name or description
Example Prompts for Dext in Claude Code
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Claude Code agent to start working with Dext immediately.
"List all items in my inbox that need review."
"Show me the details for the item from 'Starbucks' on June 12th."
"Search my inbox for 'office supplies'."
Troubleshooting Dext MCP Server with Claude Code
Common issues when connecting Dext to Claude Code through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
Command not found: claude
npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-codeConnection timeout
Dext + Claude Code FAQ
Common questions about integrating Dext MCP Server with Claude Code.
How do I add an MCP server to Claude Code?
claude mcp add --transport http "" in your terminal. Claude Code registers the server and discovers all tools immediately.Can Claude Code run MCP tools in headless mode?
How do I list all connected MCP servers?
claude mcp in your terminal to see all registered servers and their status, or type /mcp inside an active Claude Code session.Connect Dext with your favorite client
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Connect Dext to Claude Code
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 10 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.