How to Use the Image Router MCP in Cline

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Cline executes image tasks end-to-end

You tell Cline to design a set of assets, and it uses `generate_image` to start the process. It handles the entire lifecycle of the file from creation to final polish. If the initial result isn't perfect, Cline uses `edit_image` or `generate_variation` to refine the output without you needing to write a single line of manual code.

Direct model access via Cline

Stop jumping between browser tabs to test different models. Cline uses `list_models` to see what is currently available and selects the optimal one for your request. It keeps your workflow inside VS Code while utilizing specialized models for different artistic needs.

Verify and upscale autonomously

After a request, Cline polls `get_generation_status` to confirm the image is ready. It then automatically calls `upscale_image` to ensure the final asset meets your resolution requirements. This removes the manual lag between generating an image and preparing it for production use in your project.

Setup guide

Set up Image Router 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 image-router-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 Image Router 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": {
    "image-router-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Image Router MCP in Cline

Yes. Once you add the server via the MCP Servers tab, Cline can see all 11 tools and use them to execute your image-related coding tasks.

Absolutely. You can give Cline a list of image requirements, and it will iterate through them using the server's tools to build your entire asset library.

Open the MCP icon in your Cline sidebar. You'll see the full list of tools, including `list_styles` and `get_model`, which Cline uses to decide how to process your request.

Not at all. You can use the Marketplace tab in the MCP settings to add it in one click, or point it to the server URL.

Your images and prompt metadata are transmitted only to the specific model provider required for generation. We maintain strict isolation and do not persist your generated files.

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