Can I capture only a specific part of a webpage?

Yes! Use the `render_selector` tool. Provide the URL and the CSS selector (e.g., #my-chart) to capture only that specific element instead of the whole page.

How do I see how many credits I have left?

Run the `get_credit_usage` query. Your agent will retrieve your current credit balance and monthly rendering metrics directly from Urlbox.

Can this tool convert a URL directly to PDF?

Absolutely. Use the `capture_pdf` tool by providing the URL. You can also specify an optional page size like 'A4' or 'Letter'.

INSTANT PLUG AND PLAY

Urlbox MCP Server for WindsurfGive Windsurf instant access to 12 tools to Capture Pdf, Capture Png, Get Account Info, and more

Name: Urlbox
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Author: Vinkius

Built by Vinkius GDPR 12 Tools IDE

Windsurf brings agentic AI coding to a purpose-built IDE. Connect Urlbox through Vinkius and Cascade will auto-discover every tool. ask questions, generate code, and act on live data without leaving your editor.

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The Urlbox app connector for Windsurf is a standout in the Developer Tools category — giving your AI agent 12 tools to work with, ready to go from day one.

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Classic Setup·json

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

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About Urlbox MCP Server

Connect your Urlbox account to any AI agent and simplify how you generate high-quality website screenshots, PDF conversions, and HTML renders through natural conversation.

Windsurf's Cascade agent chains multiple Urlbox tool calls autonomously. query data, analyze results, and generate code in a single agentic session. Paste Vinkius Edge URL, reload, and all 12 tools are immediately available. Real-time tool feedback appears inline, so you see API responses directly in your editor.

What you can do

Web Capture — Generate instant screenshots of any public URL in multiple formats (PNG, JPG, WebP, SVG).
PDF Conversion — Convert entire webpages to high-fidelity PDF documents with customizable page sizes.
HTML Rendering — Render raw HTML code directly into images to test styles or generate dynamic assets.
Selective Capture — Use CSS selectors to capture only specific elements of a page (e.g., just a chart or a header).
Usage Monitoring — Track your credit balance and monthly usage stats directly from your agent.
Technical Insights — Retrieve active webhooks, storage buckets, and available proxy locations for premium rendering.

The Urlbox MCP Server exposes 12 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Windsurf in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.

All 12 Urlbox tools available for Windsurf

When Windsurf connects to Urlbox through Vinkius, your AI agent gets direct access to every tool listed below — spanning screenshot-api, pdf-generation, web-rendering, and more. Every call is secured with network, filesystem, subprocess, and code evaluation entitlements inside a sandboxed runtime. Beyond a simple connection, you get a full AI Gateway with real-time visibility into agent activity, enterprise governance, and optimized token usage.

capture_pdf

Convert URL to PDF

capture_png

Capture PNG screenshot

get_account_info

Get account profile

get_credit_usage

Get usage stats

get_render_status

Check render status

list_proxies

List available proxies

list_storage_buckets

List storage buckets

list_webhooks

List active webhooks

render_async

Result is sent to webhook. Render URL (Async)

render_html

Render raw HTML

render_selector

Render specific element

render_sync

Render URL (Sync)

Connect Urlbox to Windsurf via MCP

Follow these steps to wire Urlbox into Windsurf. The entire setup takes under two minutes — your credentials stay safe behind the Vinkius.

Open MCP Settings

Go to Settings → MCP Configuration or press Cmd+Shift+P and search "MCP"

Add the server

Paste the JSON configuration above into mcp_config.json

Save and reload

Windsurf will detect the new server automatically

Start using Urlbox

Open Cascade and ask: "Using Urlbox, help me...". 12 tools available

Why Use Windsurf with the Urlbox MCP Server

Windsurf provides unique advantages when paired with Urlbox through the Model Context Protocol.

Windsurf's Cascade agent autonomously chains multiple tool calls in sequence, solving complex multi-step tasks without manual intervention

Purpose-built for agentic workflows. Cascade understands context across your entire codebase and integrates MCP tools natively

JSON-based configuration means zero code changes: paste a URL, reload, and all 12 tools are immediately available

Real-time tool feedback is displayed inline, so you see API responses directly in your editor without switching contexts

Urlbox + Windsurf Use Cases

Practical scenarios where Windsurf combined with the Urlbox MCP Server delivers measurable value.

Automated code generation: ask Cascade to fetch data from Urlbox and generate models, types, or handlers based on real API responses

Live debugging: query Urlbox tools mid-session to inspect production data while debugging without leaving the editor

Documentation generation: pull schema information from Urlbox and have Cascade generate comprehensive API docs automatically

Rapid prototyping: combine Urlbox data with Cascade's code generation to scaffold entire features in minutes

Example Prompts for Urlbox in Windsurf

Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Windsurf agent to start working with Urlbox immediately.

"Take a high-quality screenshot of 'https://vinkius.com'."

"Convert the article at 'https://example.com/blog/1' to an A4 PDF."

"Capture only the element '#pricing-table' from 'https://mysaas.com'."

Troubleshooting Urlbox MCP Server with Windsurf

Common issues when connecting Urlbox to Windsurf through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.

Server not connecting

Check Settings → MCP for the server status. Try toggling it off and on.

Urlbox + Windsurf FAQ

Common questions about integrating Urlbox MCP Server with Windsurf.

How does Windsurf discover MCP tools?

Windsurf reads the mcp_config.json file on startup and connects to each configured server via Streamable HTTP. Tools are listed in the MCP panel and available to Cascade automatically.

Can Cascade chain multiple MCP tool calls?

Yes. Cascade is an agentic system. it can plan and execute multi-step workflows, calling several tools in sequence to accomplish complex tasks without manual prompting between steps.

Does Windsurf support multiple MCP servers?

Yes. Add as many servers as needed in mcp_config.json. Each server's tools appear in the MCP panel and Cascade can use tools from different servers in a single flow.