How to Use the Macaulay Library MCP in VS Code Copilot

Q: How do we configure the Macaulay Library MCP Server for our whole team in VS Code Copilot?

Add the server configuration to your project's .vscode/mcp.json file. When team members open the project, Copilot automatically connects to the tools.

Q: Can VS Code Copilot write search queries using Macaulay Library parameters?

Yes, it can. Copilot uses searchmedia to understand the query parameters and writes accurate code to filter wildlife assets.

Q: How do we inspect specific asset metadata using Macaulay Library in VS Code Copilot?

Ask Copilot to inspect a specific ID. It calls getasset to retrieve and display the complete metadata payload in your chat window.

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`search_media` allows your development team to query the wildlife archive directly from the Copilot chat panel. The MCP Server configuration is committed to your repository, giving everyone instant access to the search tools. Developers can verify API responses and test search queries without leaving the editor. This keeps your team focused and eliminates the need for separate API client tools.

Generate documentation from real assets

`get_asset` fetches the complete metadata for any wildlife recording, providing raw data for your documentation. You pass an asset ID, and the tool returns the structured record. Copilot reads this output to write accurate API documentation or inline comments. Your team gets up-to-date schema details without manually searching online guides.

Inject recent media into test files

`get_recent_media` retrieves the latest archive uploads to supply your test suites with real-world inputs. Your agent invokes this tool to fetch the newest records. This ensures your application can handle varied data formats and new uploads. Copilot uses the live feed to generate realistic test cases.

Setup guide

Set up Macaulay Library 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 Macaulay Library 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 Macaulay Library tools listed. Try asking: "List my recent Macaulay Library transactions" and Copilot will invoke them automatically.

.vscode/mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "macaulay-library-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Macaulay Library MCP in VS Code Copilot

Add the server configuration to your project's `.vscode/mcp.json` file. When team members open the project, Copilot automatically connects to the tools.

Yes, it can. Copilot uses `search_media` to understand the query parameters and writes accurate code to filter wildlife assets.

Ask Copilot to inspect a specific ID. It calls `get_asset` to retrieve and display the complete metadata payload in your chat window.

The server returns URLs for the media files. You can use these URLs in your code or open them in your browser to listen to the recordings.

No. Only the specific asset IDs and search parameters are sent to the Macaulay Library API through a secure, zero-trust gateway. Your local codebase remains strictly private within VS Code Copilot.

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