How to Use the Lokalise MCP in Cline

Q: Can Cline list Lokalise projects?

Yes. Just ask Cline to show your projects and it will run listprojects for you. It’s the easiest way to verify which project you're working on before making changes.

Q: Does Cline track Lokalise translation orders?

It does. You can use listorders to check the progress of ongoing translations. Cline will summarize the status for you right inside the chat.

Cline handles your localization tasks by executing Lokalise commands directly in your VS Code terminal.

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Cline executes end-to-end localization tasks

Cline takes your requirements and maps them to actual API operations. When you tell it to update your strings, it uses `upload_file` to send the source files to Lokalise instantly. It doesn't just suggest changes; it performs the upload, confirms the status, and reports back. You get a clean workflow that moves code from your editor to the translator's dashboard without manual file manipulation.

Manage Lokalise keys with Cline

Stop digging through the dashboard to find broken keys. Cline uses `list_keys` to scan your project and `update_key` to fix those annoying typos you found in your last PR. It keeps track of your project state in real-time. If a key is missing, Cline can create it for you using `create_key` based on the context it finds in your source files.

Automated translation workflows in Cline

Need to pull the latest translations for a release? Cline runs `download_file` to grab the bundle and places it exactly where your app expects it. It handles the entire lifecycle of your localization files. By chaining these tools, Cline ensures your app is always ready for international users.

Setup guide

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

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Common questions about Lokalise MCP in Cline

Go to the Cline MCP sidebar and add the server URL. Once connected, Cline will automatically discover the tools and be ready to execute your translation commands.

Yes. Just ask Cline to show your projects and it will run `list_projects` for you. It’s the easiest way to verify which project you're working on before making changes.

It does. You can use `list_orders` to check the progress of ongoing translations. Cline will summarize the status for you right inside the chat.

Your project data is handled via a secure, ephemeral tunnel. We ensure that only your specific translation strings are accessed, and no persistent logs of your content are stored on our side.

Cline follows your instructions precisely. Because it relies on the direct API tools, you have full control over what gets uploaded and updated, preventing accidental file corruption.

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