How to Use the Leonardo.ai (Generative AI & Models) MCP in Claude

Q: How do I configure Leonardo.ai (Generative AI & Models) in Claude Desktop?

Open your config file at /Library/Application Support/Claude/claudedesktopconfig.json. Add the server details under mcpServers, save the file, and restart the app.

Q: Can Claude Desktop use Leonardo.ai (Generative AI & Models) for image variations?

Yes, you can call createvariation to expand the context of an existing image. It works as an extension tool within your chat session.

Q: Does Leonardo.ai (Generative AI & Models) work with Claude Desktop image-to-image workflows?

It does. You use uploadinitimage to get a secure URL for your source file, then pass that to the generation tool for refined output.

Q: How do I check my usage on Leonardo.ai (Generative AI & Models) from Claude Desktop?

Run the getuser tool to pull your current account metrics. It provides the necessary data to track your credit consumption.

Generate high-fidelity assets directly within Claude Desktop by connecting the Leonardo.ai (Generative AI & Models) MCP Server.

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Direct Image Generation via Claude Desktop

Trigger `generate_image` straight from your chat interface to build visual assets without switching tabs. You get a unique Generation ID back instantly. Monitor your progress using `get_generation` to check status. It keeps your creative loop tight and focused inside the Claude Desktop workspace.

Full Model Auditing and Selection

Browse the entire library of available visual engines using `list_platform_models` or `list_custom_models`. You decide exactly which style fits your current project. Inspect technical parameters for any engine with `get_model` before committing to a prompt. This ensures you pick the right tool for the job every time.

Complete Asset History Management

View your recent output history by calling `list_user_generations` to recall previous work. It lets you organize your creative workspace efficiently. Clean up your account by running `delete_generation` when you need to prune old data. You stay in control of your storage and history directly from Claude Desktop.

Setup guide

Set up Leonardo.ai (Generative AI & Models) 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 Leonardo.ai (Generative AI & Models) 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 Leonardo.ai (Generative AI & Models) 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 leonardoai-generative-ai-models-mcp.

json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "leonardoai-generative-ai-models-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Leonardo.ai (Generative AI & Models) MCP in Claude Desktop

Open your config file at ~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json. Add the server details under mcpServers, save the file, and restart the app.

Yes, you can call `create_variation` to expand the context of an existing image. It works as an extension tool within your chat session.

It does. You use `upload_init_image` to get a secure URL for your source file, then pass that to the generation tool for refined output.

Run the `get_user` tool to pull your current account metrics. It provides the necessary data to track your credit consumption.

Your generation history and API keys remain scoped to your specific instance. We handle authentication via a single endpoint token to prevent unauthorized access to your visual assets.

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