How to Use the Greptile MCP in Cline

Q: How does Cline use Greptile to find specific functions?

Cline calls searchcodebase with your search term to locate the target function. It then uses getfileinfo to read the specific file contents before making edits. This MCP tool chain keeps the execution fast.

Q: Can I delete an indexed codebase using Cline?

Yes. You can instruct the agent to run deleterepository for any codebase you no longer need. This removes the index from the remote service immediately.

Q: How do I know if my repository is ready for Cline to query?

The agent runs getrepositorystatus to check if the indexing process is complete. It will notify you in the sidebar as soon as the codebase is searchable.

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Execute end-to-end code changes with Cline

The `query_codebase` tool answers complex architectural questions to give Cline a starting point for code generation. Cline takes those answers, locates the files, and writes the necessary code changes directly to your local workspace. You do not need to copy-paste context. The agent reads the codebase, writes the implementation, and runs your local test suite to verify the changes work.

Manage codebase indexing from VS Code

The `index_repository` tool registers new repositories for remote analysis directly from the sidebar. Cline monitors the progress through this MCP Server with `get_repository_status` and starts writing code the moment the index is ready. If you make massive local changes, you can tell the agent to trigger `reindex_repository`. This keeps the remote representation of your codebase accurate without leaving your editor.

Locate code patterns instantly

The `search_codebase` tool scans your entire repository for specific code patterns, functions, or variable names. Cline uses these search results to map out dependencies before editing any files. This prevents the agent from breaking dependent modules during refactoring. It provides a safe way to execute large-scale changes across multiple directories.

Setup guide

Set up Greptile 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 greptile-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 Greptile 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": {
    "greptile-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Greptile MCP in Cline

Cline calls `search_codebase` with your search term to locate the target function. It then uses `get_file_info` to read the specific file contents before making edits. This MCP tool chain keeps the execution fast.

Yes. You can instruct the agent to run `delete_repository` for any codebase you no longer need. This removes the index from the remote service immediately.

The agent runs `get_repository_status` to check if the indexing process is complete. It will notify you in the sidebar as soon as the codebase is searchable.

Yes. Ask the agent to check your limits, and it will invoke `get_greptile_usage` to display your remaining quota.

All code files and index data are encrypted in transit and at rest. The MCP Server acts as a secure bridge, ensuring your credentials are never exposed to unauthorized parties.

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