How to Use the PDF.co MCP in Cline

Q: Can Cline use PDF.co to extract structured data from scanned invoices?

Yes, Cline combines ocrimage and pdftojson to extract structured fields from scanned documents. The agent parses the resulting JSON to populate your application's data models.

Q: Does PDF.co support large file merges inside VS Code?

The mergepdfs tool handles large file combinations on the server side. Cline initiates the request and monitors the progress until the combined file is ready.

Q: How do I check my remaining API credits in Cline?

Run getaccountinfo through Cline to view your current credit balance and account status. The agent displays this information directly in your chat sidebar.

Let Cline write code that converts, secures, and extracts data from your PDFs using PDF.co tools in VS Code.

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Automated Code and Document Integration

`pdf_to_csv` extracts tabular data from PDFs and outputs clean CSV strings directly to Cline. The agent reads this output, writes a parser script, and integrates the data into your local database. You don't write boilerplate code to handle PDF tables anymore. This MCP Server lets your agent build entire data-ingestion pipelines inside your editor using live file inputs.

AI-Driven Metadata Extraction

`extract_pdf_meta` retrieves structured metadata from any PDF file using AI-powered extraction. Cline reads these attributes to organize your local file systems or update your database records. The tool exposes creation dates, author profiles, and custom fields without opening external viewers. Your agent uses this information to index documents automatically.

Real-Time Document Operations via Cline

`split_pdf` divides large documents into individual pages or custom ranges based on instructions you give to Cline. The agent executes the command, saves the new files, and runs tests to verify the output. Working with this MCP Server means you never leave VS Code to edit or split files. Your agent manages the entire execution loop from file discovery to final commit.

Setup guide

Set up PDF.co 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 pdfco-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 PDF.co 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": {
    "pdfco-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about PDF.co MCP in Cline

Yes, Cline combines `ocr_image` and `pdf_to_json` to extract structured fields from scanned documents. The agent parses the resulting JSON to populate your application's data models.

Open the Cline sidebar, click the MCP icon, and add the server configuration. You can also edit your local `cline_mcp_settings.json` file directly to connect the tools.

The `merge_pdfs` tool handles large file combinations on the server side. Cline initiates the request and monitors the progress until the combined file is ready.

Run `get_account_info` through Cline to view your current credit balance and account status. The agent displays this information directly in your chat sidebar.

Your raw PDFs, XML outputs, and image files are transmitted over encrypted connections. Vinkius runs the MCP Server in an ephemeral sandbox, ensuring your data is never stored permanently or used for training.

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