How to Use the Docdown MCP in Claude

Q: Can Claude Desktop find specific fields for a Docdown template?

Yes, it uses the gettemplatefieldschema tool to inspect any layout. It reads the exact keys and types required so you never send broken payloads.

Q: How does Claude Desktop handle draft templates?

It filters them out using listpublishedtemplates to ensure you only use active layouts. This prevents errors when generating live documents.

Q: What happens if a document generation fails?

Your agent can check the error using getdocumentstatus. It will tell you if the API rejected the payload or if a field was missing.

Generate PDFs and manage Docdown templates directly inside your Claude Desktop chat window.

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Assemble PDFs on the fly from templates

The `generate_new_document` tool lets Claude Desktop build finished PDFs using your existing Docdown setups through this MCP Server. Your agent gets the layout, injects your variables, and hands back a ready-to-use document link. Instead of copying data into an external form, you feed raw text or JSON to your agent. It checks the template requirements using `get_template_field_schema` and spits out the final file in seconds.

Find your Docdown assets without leaving chat

The `search_templates_by_name` tool allows your agent to dig through your template library without you opening a browser tab. It scans your account, locates the correct layout, and pulls the ID instantly. You can also use `list_published_templates` to see what forms are ready for production. This keeps you from sending data to inactive or draft layouts.

Track document statuses with this MCP Server

The `get_document_status` tool gives your agent real-time tracking on any generated PDF. You don't have to guess if a heavy document finished rendering or failed in the background. For rapid overviews, `list_recently_generated_docs` pulls everything created in the last 24 hours. This lets you monitor high-volume runs directly from your workspace.

Setup guide

Set up Docdown MCP in Claude Web or Desktop

1

Open Claude Settings

Go to claude.ai, click your profile icon, then navigate to Customize → Connectors.
2

Add Custom Connector

Click the "+" button and select Add custom connector. Paste your Vinkius endpoint URL: https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. For OAuth-protected servers, expand Advanced settings to add credentials.
3

Start a conversation

Open a new chat. The Docdown MCP tools are available immediately — no restart needed.

Endpoint URL

https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

No configuration file needed — paste the URL directly in the Claude web interface.

Available on Free (1 connector), Pro, Max, Team, and Enterprise plans.

Prerequisites

Claude Desktop installed (macOS or Windows)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open Claude Desktop Settings

Click the menu icon at the top-left corner, go to Settings → Developer → Edit Config. This opens claude_desktop_config.json in your default text editor.
2

Paste the Docdown MCP configuration

Copy the JSON snippet on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Restart Claude Desktop

Close and reopen the application. Claude needs a full restart to load new MCPs — refreshing a conversation is not enough.
4

Verify the connection

Open a new conversation. Click the 🔌 icon at the bottom of the message input. You should see tools listed under docdown-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about Docdown MCP in Claude Desktop

You need to edit your local configuration file. Open your developer settings, paste the Vinkius remote MCP server URL, and save. Claude will load the tools instantly.

Yes, it uses the `get_template_field_schema` tool to inspect any layout. It reads the exact keys and types required so you never send broken payloads.

It filters them out using `list_published_templates` to ensure you only use active layouts. This prevents errors when generating live documents.

Your agent can check the error using `get_document_status`. It will tell you if the API rejected the payload or if a field was missing.

Vinkius hosts the connection in a secure sandbox. Your API keys and generated PDF contents are never stored on our servers; they pass through directly to the Docdown API.

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