How to Use the Unsplash Extended MCP in VS Code Copilot

Q: How does Unsplash Extended work with VS Code Copilot?

It gets configured via a shared .vscode/mcp.json file, ensuring the entire engineering team uses the same set of tools and endpoints from the MCP Server.

Q: Can I use Unsplash Extended to track downloads in VS Code Copilot?

Yes. Your agent can call trackphotodownload whenever an asset is referenced or used, logging usage metrics directly into the project's data flow.

Q: What data types does Unsplash Extended touch regarding data privacy for VS Code Copilot?

This server handles user public profiles accessed via getuser, and it also manages credentials required to call methods like updatecollection on behalf of a user.

Q: Is Unsplash Extended useful for grouping assets in VS Code Copilot?

Definitely. You can write logic using the createcollection tool, and then populate it by running getphotosincollection on a specific ID.

Q: Does Unsplash Extended support user authentication in VS Code Copilot?

It supports it through tools like getme and updateuser. This lets your agent confirm the current identity before performing actions like listing private collections.

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Fetching Photo Details via VS Code Copilot

The `get_photo` tool lets your team's agent grab specific details for an image ID, keeping the workflow right within the editor. Need to check photo dimensions before committing? Just call it. This ensures that every developer on the team works with accurate and verified asset data.

Managing User Assets with MCP Server

You can build shared functions that execute `list_user_photos` to check assets uploaded by a specific user. Or, use `get_topic_photos` if the project revolves around a known subject. Since the team config is committed via `.vscode/mcp.json`, everyone uses the same, consistent logic for asset handling.

Searching and Reporting with VS Code Copilot

The `search_users` tool lets your agent find other users by keyword, maybe to link them to a project profile. Use `list_photos` to get a feed of editorial assets. When integrated into the team config, it means every developer has instant access to robust search capabilities.

Setup guide

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

.vscode/mcp.json

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

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Common questions about Unsplash Extended MCP in VS Code Copilot

It gets configured via a shared `.vscode/mcp.json` file, ensuring the entire engineering team uses the same set of tools and endpoints from the MCP Server.

Yes. Your agent can call `track_photo_download` whenever an asset is referenced or used, logging usage metrics directly into the project's data flow.

This server handles user public profiles accessed via `get_user`, and it also manages credentials required to call methods like `update_collection` on behalf of a user.

Definitely. You can write logic using the `create_collection` tool, and then populate it by running `get_photos_in_collection` on a specific ID.

It supports it through tools like `get_me` and `update_user`. This lets your agent confirm the current identity before performing actions like listing private collections.

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