How to Use the Shotstack MCP in Cline

Q: How do I use Shotstack with cline for batch rendering?

You first need a template ID from listtemplates. Then, you loop through your asset list and call rendervideo for each variation. Cline handles the API calls, so it's clean.

Q: What is the process for using Shotstack with cline to check job status?

After calling rendervideo, you immediately get a render ID. You pass that ID into getrenderstatus in a loop until it returns 'completed'. That’s how you know when your video is ready.

Q: If I run Shotstack with cline, where can I find my previous jobs?

You check the history using listrecentrenders. This gives you a quick overview of everything that’s been queued up or finished. It keeps your project organized.

Q: What if my source file isn't working with Shotstack and cline?

Before rendering, try using listingestedsources. This tool helps verify the media sources you plan to use and makes sure they are correctly formatted for the template.

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Generate videos from templates

Want to make thousands of unique social ads? First, you check what's available with `list_templates`. Then, you run the whole thing by calling `render_video`, which hands you a render ID. You can then track progress using `get_render_status` until it says 'completed'. It’s pretty straightforward once you see how the IDs link up.

Manage source media assets

Need to upload a new logo or video clip? Use `ingest_media_source`. This either uploads the file or fetches it from an existing location. You can then list everything you've uploaded using `list_hosted_assets`. It gives you full control over every piece of media your project needs before rendering starts.

Retrieve render job files

Once the video is done, how do you get the final assets? You use `list_assets_from_render` and pass it that original job ID. This pulls all the associated media files for you. It’s crucial to run this right after confirming completion via `get_render_status`; otherwise, the file list is just going to be empty.

Setup guide

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

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Common questions about Shotstack MCP in Cline

You first need a template ID from `list_templates`. Then, you loop through your asset list and call `render_video` for each variation. Cline handles the API calls, so it's clean.

After calling `render_video`, you immediately get a render ID. You pass that ID into `get_render_status` in a loop until it returns 'completed'. That’s how you know when your video is ready.

You check the history using `list_recent_renders`. This gives you a quick overview of everything that’s been queued up or finished. It keeps your project organized.

Before rendering, try using `list_ingested_sources`. This tool helps verify the media sources you plan to use and makes sure they are correctly formatted for the template.

This MCP Server manages metadata about video content, including render IDs, asset file details (like names and types), and template structure definitions. It doesn't store raw user credentials.

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