How to Use the Modrinth MCP in VS Code Copilot

Q: How do I set up the Modrinth MCP server in VS Code Copilot?

Create a .vscode/mcp.json file in your workspace root. Define the server configuration there, and Copilot Chat will automatically detect the tools for everyone on your team.

Q: Can VS Code Copilot show me who follows a Modrinth project?

Yes, the agent invokes listprojectfollowers to fetch a list of users tracking the mod. This helps your team gauge community interest and adoption rates.

Q: How does VS Code Copilot fetch specific mod versions via the Modrinth MCP server?

The agent uses getversion to retrieve the precise metadata for a specific release. This includes download links, file hashes, and supported game versions.

Q: Can I find user profiles directly from my editor?

Yes, running searchusers or getuserprofile allows your agent to fetch public profiles. You can verify author details without leaving your workspace.

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Search Minecraft assets inside VS Code Copilot

`search_projects` scans the entire Modrinth registry for mods, plugins, and resource packs. Your team can run queries directly from the chat panel without opening a web browser. Running `get_project` pulls the raw metadata payload for any specific search result. This gives you instant access to license details, categories, and client-side or server-side requirements.

Automate dependency checks for your team

`get_project_dependencies` resolves the exact list of required libraries using this MCP connection. Copilot inspects this structured data to ensure your local server setup matches the mod's requirements. Using `list_versions` allows you to track down the exact file release compatible with your target game version. This keeps your team's development environments synchronized and free from version drift.

Manage project contributors with this MCP Server

`get_team_members` lists the active developers responsible for maintaining a given project. This allows your team to verify the authenticity of a mod before integrating it into a production server build. You can also call `list_user_projects` to review a developer's entire public portfolio. It helps you assess the quality and activity levels of the creators you rely on.

Setup guide

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

.vscode/mcp.json

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

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Common questions about Modrinth MCP in VS Code Copilot

Create a `.vscode/mcp.json` file in your workspace root. Define the server configuration there, and Copilot Chat will automatically detect the tools for everyone on your team.

Yes, the agent invokes `list_project_followers` to fetch a list of users tracking the mod. This helps your team gauge community interest and adoption rates.

The agent uses `get_version` to retrieve the precise metadata for a specific release. This includes download links, file hashes, and supported game versions.

Yes, running `search_users` or `get_user_profile` allows your agent to fetch public profiles. You can verify author details without leaving your workspace.

No, your source code is never transmitted. The MCP Server only queries public Minecraft project metadata and user profiles over secure, read-only API endpoints.

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