Pixso MCP. Manage design files, nodes, and teams via AI.
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Pixso MCP Server lets your AI agent read and write complex design data directly from Pixso files. It exposes tools for listing all assets (`list_files`), checking version history (`get_file_versions`), auditing defined styles (`list_styles`), and managing team coordination details across projects.
Stop clicking through the UI—ask your agent to get the info you need.
What your AI agents can do
Get comments
Retrieves all comments left on a specific Pixso design file.
Get file
Gets high-level metadata and details for any single design file.
Get file versions
Retrieves the complete version history log for a specified design asset.
Your agent retrieves a full manifest of every Pixso file and project available to you.
The server lists specific nodes, frames, or layers inside any given design file for deep structural analysis.
Your agent pulls the active style library data—colors, typography, etc.—from a selected file.
The server provides a complete log of all saved versions for a design file so you can track milestones.
Your agent lists available teams, projects, and organization members to understand the scope of collaboration.
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Pixso MCP Server: 10 Tools for Design Assets
Manage file history, team members, style variables, and node structures using these ten dedicated tools.
019d846dget comments
Retrieves all comments left on a specific Pixso design file.
019d846dget file
Gets high-level metadata and details for any single design file.
019d846dget file versions
Retrieves the complete version history log for a specified design asset.
019d846dget org members
Lists all members currently belonging to the Pixso organization.
019d846dget project files
Retrieves a list of design files associated with a specific project ID.
019d846dlist files
Lists every accessible design file across the entire Pixso workspace.
019d846dlist nodes
Provides a hierarchical list of nodes (layers, frames) within a specific design file.
019d846dlist styles
Lists all defined style variables (colors, text styles) used in a design file.
019d846dlist team projects
Retrieves all active projects currently managed by the team.
019d846dlist teams
Lists every available collaboration team within your Pixso workspace.
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What you can do with this MCP connector
You need to get info from Pixso's design files, but navigating the UI is a pain in the ass. This server connects your AI client straight into Pixso’s guts, letting your agent treat complex designs like an organized database. You stop clicking through menus and start asking questions.
Listing Assets and Scope
You can get a complete manifest of every file available across your entire workspace using list_files. If you're focused on one project, the server pulls all associated design files for that specific project ID via get_project_files. You can also see what teams are active in your organization with list_teams, or get a rundown of every person who belongs to Pixso overall using get_org_members.
For managing team scope, you'll find details on all current collaboration groups by calling list_team_projects.
Understanding Design Details
When you select a specific file, the server gives your agent access to critical metadata. Use get_file to pull high-level info about any single design asset. You can dive deep into what’s actually in the file: run list_nodes to get a layer-by-layer list of every frame or node structure inside.
For style consistency, your agent pulls the active style library data—colors, typefaces, everything—from a selected design using list_styles. If you need to know who left notes on a specific file, get_comments retrieves all comments made right there in the document.
Tracking Changes and History
You're always dealing with versions. To track milestones for any given design asset, the server provides a full version history log via get_file_versions. This lets you see exactly when changes were saved and who saved them. You can get a list of all available collaboration teams using list_teams to understand where your project fits in.
What Your Agent Does for You
Your agent uses these tools to build context fast. It'll grab the full scope—you can use get_file and then follow up with list_nodes if you want to map out the entire structure of a file. To check style compliance across multiple files, your agent runs list_styles on each asset you point it toward.
If you need to know who's working together, you can pull all project details using get_project_files, and then use get_org_members to see every name attached to the effort.
This means your AI client doesn't just read; it maps out relationships between files, projects, teams, and styles. You don’t have to switch screens or remember which tab has the style guide—your agent handles all that heavy lifting for you.
How Pixso MCP Works
- 1 Subscribe to the Pixso MCP Server on Vinkius. Enter your unique Client ID and Client Secret.
- 2 Connect the server to your preferred AI client (Claude, Cursor, etc.).
- 3 Prompt your agent with a natural language query, like 'List all files that mention payment flows' or 'Show me comments for file X'. The agent calls the correct tool and returns data.
The bottom line is: you talk to your AI client; it uses this server to get raw Pixso design data back to you.
Who Is Pixso MCP For?
Product designers who waste time clicking through version histories. Frontend engineers who need style variables dumped into their IDE. DesignOps people managing multiple, siloed design systems across departments.
Needs to check the latest color definitions or pull all comments on a specific screen without opening the file in Pixso.
Runs reports across multiple projects, checking who is assigned what and if a critical design milestone was hit (using get_file and list_team_projects).
Needs to pull exact style variables or node structure details from the design file directly into their code context.
What Changes When You Connect
- Audit Styles on Demand: Stop guessing which color hex code to use. Use
list_stylesto pull all defined variables (colors, typography) from a file without manually inspecting the style panel. - Full Project Context: Need to know who worked on what? The server lets you list teams (
list_teams), see team projects (list_team_projects), and check specific organization membership (get_org_members)—all in one query. - Track Changes Effortlessly: Never lose track of a design milestone again. Use
get_file_versionsto pull the entire history log for any file, making audits instant. - Contextual Feedback Loop: Instead of clicking into a file just to check feedback, use
get_commentsto list all recent threads and key discussion points on the asset's metadata level. - Deep Structure Analysis: Don't just see the file name. Use
list_nodesto get a complete breakdown of frames and layers, allowing your agent to understand the internal UI structure instantly.
Real-World Use Cases
The Design System Audit
A Designer needs to ensure that all components in the 'Onboarding' flow use the approved color palette. Instead of opening the file and clicking through 10 different layers, they ask their agent to run list_styles on the target file. The server returns a structured list of every defined style, confirming adherence or flagging discrepancies.
The Feature Handoff
A Developer is starting work on 'Project X' and needs to know the exact node structure for the checkout page before writing any code. They run list_nodes via their agent, which immediately dumps a hierarchy of frames and layers into the chat window, saving hours of manual inspection.
Tracking Client Feedback
A Product Manager is prepping for a client review. Instead of opening every related file to check comments, they use list_files first to scope the project, then run get_comments on each asset name found. They get a unified summary of all feedback across dozens of files.
Project Scoping and Ownership
A DesignOps lead needs to audit which teams have access to the core 'Brand Guidelines' file. They use list_teams combined with get_project_files to map out every team connected to, and working on, the critical assets.
The Tradeoffs
Trying to read everything at once
The user tries to prompt: 'Tell me everything about this design system.' This vague input forces the agent to guess which tools are needed, often failing or giving an incomplete overview.
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Break it down. First, run list_files to narrow the scope. Then, if you need style info, call list_styles. If you need team info, use list_teams. Specific tool calls yield specific results.
Skipping file identification
The user asks: 'Show me the comments.' The agent fails because it doesn't know which design file you are talking about. It needs a file ID or name first.
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Always scope your request. Use list_files to get names, then include that specific file identifier when calling tools like get_comments(file_id). Keep the data flow precise.
Assuming general knowledge
The user asks: 'What's the latest version?' The agent might incorrectly reference a date or build number that isn't tied to the design file. It needs explicit historical context.
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You must use get_file_versions. This tool is designed specifically for tracking and retrieving the structured history of changes, not just general metadata.
When It Fits, When It Doesn't
Use this server if your primary bottleneck is information retrieval from complex design files. If you need to know 'What are the defined colors in this file?' or 'Who left a comment on that specific layer?', this is mandatory.
Don't use it if: 1) You just want to open a file and manually adjust a pixel; do that in Pixso. 2) You only need general project management data (like tracking tickets); look for dedicated issue trackers. This tool focuses strictly on the design asset layer. If your query involves comparing two different systems or synthesizing new assets, you'll need an external modeling tool, not just file reading.
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This server provides 10 capabilities that interface natively with Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor, and any MCP client. No middleware. No custom integration required.
Available Capabilities
Searching Pixso files shouldn't feel like navigating a labyrinth.
Today, getting comprehensive data—like checking the style guide or auditing comments—requires jumping between tabs: going to the 'Assets' panel for styles, then clicking into the 'History' tab for versions, and finally opening the comment sidebar. It’s clicks, copies, and painful context switching.
With this MCP server, you talk directly to your agent. You ask it to pull everything—styles via `list_styles`, comments via `get_comments`, and nodes via `list_nodes`—and it runs the tools in sequence. The result is a single, actionable data dump right where you are.
List Nodes MCP Server: Get the UI structure instantly.
Manually inspecting a complex screen means opening the design file and clicking through layers until you map out every frame and component. If you're collaborating with devs, this process is slow and prone to misinterpretation.
Now, running `list_nodes` provides an immediate, clean hierarchy of every node in the file. You get a structured text output—not just a visual mess—that tells you exactly what elements exist, saving you the manual investigation.
Common Questions About Pixso MCP
How do I find my Pixso Client ID and Secret? +
Log in to the Pixso Enterprise Management console, navigate to [OpenAPI Management] → [Application Details], and you will find your Client ID and Client Secret there.
What is a 'fileKey' in Pixso? +
The fileKey is the unique identifier found in the URL of your Pixso design file. It typically appears after /file/ in the browser address bar.
Can I read design node information through the agent? +
Yes. Use the list_nodes tool with the file key and optional node IDs to retrieve detailed data about frames, layers, and their properties.
How does using `list_files` restrict my view to only assets I have permission for? +
The agent restricts results immediately. When you call list_files, the system checks your connected credentials against Pixso's permissions graph first. You only see files and projects where your organization or user profile has active read access.
If I use `get_file` with a file ID that is invalid, what error do I get? +
You receive a structured 'Resource Not Found' error. The agent will report this clearly, allowing you to correct the asset key or check if the project was moved. It doesn't just fail; it tells you exactly why.
Are there rate limits when I call `get_comments` for multiple design assets? +
Yes, API calls are limited to prevent abuse. If you try to fetch comments too quickly across many files, the agent will return a 'Rate Limit Exceeded' error. You should batch your requests or implement a short delay between calls.
Does `list_styles` require a specific file ID, or can it audit styles across the entire workspace? +
List_styles requires you to specify a single File ID. It reads all defined colors and typography variables only within that exact design asset. You must target one project at a time.
What specific metadata does `get_file_versions` return about past changes? +
It returns version identifiers, timestamps, and the associated commit message written by the user or team member. This gives you context on why a change happened, not just that it did.
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