• URL DELIVERY
  • DIMENSIONS
  • VARIETY
  • HUMAN REVIEW

How to generate placeholder images with your AI

Connect PlaceKitten to your AI client once. After that, your agent pulls specific kitten photos with custom dimensions to fill layout gaps in your designs.

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Short answer

How can I get kitten placeholder images using my AI?

Tell your agent the dimensions and type of kitten you need. It uses the get_kitten tool to find the right photo and gives you a direct link. You'll get specific URLs that fit your layout requirements.

The results of your request.

What you get from your agent.

The AI handles the image fetching so you can focus on the design.

URL DELIVERY

Direct image links

The agent finds the right photo and provides a URL. You can drop these links straight into your code or design software.

DIMENSIONS

Custom sizing

The AI calculates the width and height you requested. You get images that match your container sizes exactly.

VARIETY

Specific kitten types

You can ask for specific colors or breeds. The agent selects the best match from the available library.

HUMAN REVIEW

Manual placement

The AI provides the links, but you have to place them in your layout. You decide if the kitten fits your design.

The workflow

What your AI does when you ask for images.

The AI manages the image retrieval process based on your text instructions.

  1. Parse requirements

    Your agent reads your prompt to identify the width, height, and kitten description you want.

    get_kitten

  2. Fetch the image

    The AI calls the tool to find a kitten that matches your specific criteria.

    get_kitten

  3. Build the URL

    The agent constructs a valid URL containing your custom dimensions.

    get_kitten

  4. Provide the link

    The AI hands you the final URL to use in your project.

    get_kitten

Try it

Copy these to start.

Use these prompts to get your placeholders immediately.

Starting points

These are basic requests. Swap out the dimensions or kitten descriptions to get what you need.

PlaceKitten Connector

You're all set. Choose your MCP client and follow the setup instructions.

Connector linkhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_T2fHXwazDxXY4PpPcFYqtdej8pY7J1kx8MCBzbLG/mcp

Claude Desktop

Follow the steps below to connect in seconds.

  1. 1In Claude Desktop, open Settings → Connectors.
  2. 2Click “Add custom connector” and paste the connector link above as the remote MCP server URL.
  3. 3Click Add and start a new chat — PlaceKitten capabilities are ready to use.
Configuration · claude_desktop_config.jsonCopy
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "placekitten-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_T2fHXwazDxXY4PpPcFYqtdej8pY7J1kx8MCBzbLG/mcp"
    }
  }
}
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  • Get me a 400x400 placeholder image of a ginger kitten.

  • I need a 800x600 image of a fluffy grey kitten for my hero section.

  • Find a 200x200 kitten photo for a small UI icon.

  • Give me a wide 1200x400 image of a sleeping kitten.

  • Claude
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  • VS Code
  • Windsurf
  • Claude Code
  • JetBrains
  • Cline

Start here

Connect PlaceKitten once, then ask.

Click the link to connect to your AI client. Your credentials stay encrypted, and you can start asking for images right away.

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FAQ

How this task behaves.

  • 01

    Can the AI save the image file to my computer?

    No. The AI provides the URL for the image. You must download or link the image yourself.

  • 02

    Can I ask for specific kitten breeds?

    Yes. You can specify breeds or colors in your prompt, and the AI will try to match them.

  • 03

    Does the AI edit my existing design files?

    No. The AI only provides the image links. You are responsible for placing them in your design or code.

  • 04

    Can the AI generate images of dogs instead?

    No. This tool is specifically for fetching kitten photos.

  • 05

    Will the AI delete any of my files?

    No. The AI only has the ability to fetch images via the get_kitten tool; it cannot modify or delete your files.

  • More questions about PlaceKitten? The Connector page answers them. See everything the PlaceKitten Connector can do

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