How to Use the Immich (Google Photos Alternative) MCP in VS Code Copilot

Q: How do I share an Immich (Google Photos Alternative) connection in VS Code Copilot?

You add the server to your .vscode/mcp.json file. Once committed, your team has instant access to the same toolset.

Q: Can I perform batch deletions in Immich (Google Photos Alternative) through VS Code Copilot?

You can. The agent uses deleteasset to remove files based on the criteria you provide in the chat.

Q: Is it possible to list all persons in Immich (Google Photos Alternative) via VS Code Copilot?

Yes, just invoke listpersons. The result returns a list you can use for further processing or indexing.

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Standardize library access in VS Code Copilot

Commit your configuration to the repo so everyone uses the same tools. The agent uses `list_albums` to ensure team alignment on media structure. Everyone gets the same access to `get_album` and `get_asset` details. It removes the need for manual setup across different workstations.

Control the MCP Server from the editor

Use `delete_asset` or `delete_album` to clean up your environment. You manage your instance directly from the Copilot Chat interface. It keeps your development cycle tight. You do not need to switch windows to verify your server status with `get_server_info`.

User and tag management for teams

Coordinate library access using `list_users` and `update_user`. You handle permissions as part of your standard development workflow. Apply consistent tagging strategies using `list_tags` and `create_tag`. It forces your team to keep the library database clean and searchable.

Setup guide

Set up Immich (Google Photos Alternative) 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.json in your workspace.
2

Add the Immich (Google Photos Alternative) 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 Immich (Google Photos Alternative) tools listed. Try asking: "List my recent Immich (Google Photos Alternative) transactions" and Copilot will invoke them automatically.

.vscode/mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "immich-google-photos-alternative-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Immich (Google Photos Alternative) MCP in VS Code Copilot

You add the server to your `.vscode/mcp.json` file. Once committed, your team has instant access to the same toolset.

You can. The agent uses `delete_asset` to remove files based on the criteria you provide in the chat.

Yes, just invoke `list_persons`. The result returns a list you can use for further processing or indexing.

Your library sits behind your own network firewall. The server communicates only via the specific API keys you provide.

It touches your asset metadata, album structures, and user records. It never modifies your raw image files unless you explicitly trigger a delete command.

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